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Meaning of brainstorm

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

brainstorm

Pronunciation:/ˈbɹeɪnstɔː(ɹ)m/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sudden thought, particularly one that solves a long-standing problem.

    Example: I had been working on the problem for weeks, and then I had a brainstorm and saw that the solution was easy.

    Synonyms:brainwave
  2. A session of brainstorming, investigating a problem to try to find solutions.

  3. An unexpected mental error.

verb

Definitions

  1. To investigate something, or solve a problem using brainstorming.

  2. To participate in a brainstorming session.