Definition

Not having any practical importance or relevance; something that is open to debate or discussion but does not affect the outcome.

Example

The committee decided that the issue was moot since the decision had already been made.

Conversation

I think debating that topic is pretty moot now, don't you?

Yeah, it seems like we've already settled it last week.

Right? It feels pointless to keep discussing it.

Exactly! Let's focus on things that actually matter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A gathering or meeting, especially one for discussing legal matters or making decisions.

Example

The students participated in a moot to practice their legal arguments.

Conversation

Have you ever participated in a moot court session?

Yeah, I did it in law school; it was really interesting!

What was the case about during your moot?

Definition

To bring up a topic for discussion or debate, often in a hypothetical or academic context.

Example

The professor decided to moot the idea of a new curriculum during the faculty meeting.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the debate club meeting next week?

Yeah, I heard they're going to moot some interesting topics.

I think it would be fun to moot the idea of social media's impact on society.

Root Explanation

Moot → The word originates from Old English 'motian', meaning to discuss or deliberate. It refers to a subject that is open for discussion or debate, often implying that it may not have practical relevance.

Memory Tip

Think of a topic that is 'open for discussion' — that's what moot means, as it comes from the Old English word for deliberation.

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