- have a conference in order to talk something over; "We conferred about a plan of action"
- present; "The university conferred a degree on its most famous former student, who never graduated"; "bestow an honor on someone"
- cf., an abbreviation for the Latin word confer (the imperative singular form of "conferre"), meaning "compare", is used to refer to other material or ideas which may provide similar or different information or arguments. ...
- To compare. [16th-18th c.]; To talk together, to consult, discuss; to deliberate. [from 16th c.]; To bring together; to collect, gather. [16th-17th c.]; To grant as a possession; to bestow. [from 16th c.]; To contribute (to); to conduce. [16th-18th c.]
- (Conferred) When you officially receive your degree
- (Latin) literally means “compare”; abbreviated cf.; when this abbreviation appears in a text, the author is pointing the reader toward a text that can be compared with the argument put forth by the author.
- v. ~ (with sb) (on/about sth) have discussions (esp in order to exchange opinions or get advice)
- The awarding of qualifications by the University Council. Once conferred, qualifications become public record.
- award, upon successful completion of requirements.
- To give or grant, especially an honor or privilege.
- (v) - discuss or compare ideas