quorum

Etymology

From Latin quōrum, genitive plural form of quī (“who, which”), used as standard wording in written commissions.

noun

  1. The minimum number of members required for a group to officially conduct business and to cast votes, often but not necessarily a majority or supermajority.
    We can discuss the issue tonight, but cannot vote until we have a quorum.
  2. A selected body of persons.

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