conclave
noun/ˈkɑnkleɪv/
Frequency rank: #15,529 most common English word
Meaning
A private or secret meeting, especially one held by a group with authority to make important decisions.
Example sentence
The cardinals gathered in secret for conclave to elect a new pope.
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