Plenary
/ˈplɛn.ə.ri/noun
Relating to a meeting or session attended by all participants.
Did you know?In medieval times, 'plenary' referred to a type of indulgence that granted complete remission of sins, hinting at its deep connection to spiritual authority.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
plenus
“full, filled, complete”
Middle English
Old French
plenaire
“full, complete, having full authority”
14th Century
Middle English
plenarye
“full session or meeting”
Modern English
English
plenary
“relating to all members or participants in a meeting or assembly”