Forum (noun)

1. A place or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged.
2. A public meeting or assembly for open discussion.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin, literally "marketplace, public square", from fors "market".

Examples:

1. The forum was a place for people to discuss politics.
2. The online forum was a platform for people to share their experiences.
3. The company held a forum to gather feedback from customers.
4. The university organized a forum to discuss the budget cuts.
5. The forum was a platform for people to express their opinions.