convocator: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C2 (Very Low Frequency / Specialized)Formal, Legal, Academic, Institutional
Quick answer
What does “convocator” mean?
A person who formally calls a meeting, assembly, or gathering into being, issuing the official summons.
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Meaning and Definition
A person who formally calls a meeting, assembly, or gathering into being, issuing the official summons.
An individual responsible for initiating a formal assembly; in some contexts, the organizer or convener of events; can extend to refer to the office or role of calling legislative or academic bodies together.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Rare in both varieties but slightly more likely in British contexts involving university governance (e.g., the person who summons a degree congregation) or parliamentary procedure. In the US, extremely rare outside formal legal or high-level ceremonial contexts.
Connotations
Implies formal authority, often from a traditional or constitutional source. In the UK, may carry a stronger association with ancient universities or traditional institutions.
Frequency
Exceptionally low frequency; primarily found in formal minutes, charters, and institutional documentation.
Grammar
How to Use “convocator” in a Sentence
convocator of [a formal group/assembly]convocator for [a specific meeting/ceremony]serve/act as convocatorVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “convocator” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The Chancellor will convoke the degree ceremony.
American English
- The board chair has the authority to convoke an emergency session.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually unused in standard business contexts; would sound overly formal.
Academic
Used in the formal governance of some universities (especially older UK institutions) to refer to the officer who summons degree congregations.
Everyday
Not used in everyday conversation.
Technical
Used in formal parliamentary or legislative procedure; in some corporate or society charters to define the role of calling an annual general meeting.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “convocator”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “convocator”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “convocator”
- Using 'convocator' in place of the more common 'convener' or 'organizer'.
- Spelling as 'convacator' or 'convokator'.
- Pronouncing the first 'o' as in 'convey'. Correct is /ɒ/ or /ɑː/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a very low-frequency, highly specialized term. Learners are far more likely to encounter and use 'convener', 'organizer', or 'chairperson'.
A convocator is specifically the person with the authority to call or summon a formal meeting into existence. A chairperson leads and manages the meeting once it has been convened.
No, using it for informal gatherings would be highly unusual and overly formal. It is reserved for formal, often legally or traditionally mandated assemblies.
The related verb is 'to convoke'. For example: 'The president convoked a special session of congress.'
A person who formally calls a meeting, assembly, or gathering into being, issuing the official summons.
Convocator: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkɒn.və.keɪ.tə(r)/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkɑːn.və.keɪ.t̬ɚ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “to wear the hat of the convocator”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
A CONVOCATOR calls a CONVOcation into being.
Conceptual Metaphor
AN AUTHORITY FIGURE AS A SUMMONER.
Practice
Quiz
In which context is 'convocator' most appropriately used?