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quorum n

Quorum means the minimum number of members needed to conduct business. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of quorum

  • the minimum number of members needed to conduct business

Usage examples of quorum

The board could not vote because only four members were present, and five were required for a quorum.

The chair delayed the vote until a late trustee arrived and the quorum requirement was finally satisfied.

The meeting was postponed because without a quorum, any decisions would be invalid.

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