noun
topic
TO-pihk
noun
1
A subject that is being discussed, written about, or thought about.
"Climate change was the main topic of the debate."
"Let's change the topic — this is getting awkward."
How to Use Topic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWhat a conversation, essay, or discussion is actually about.
Common pairings
change the topic
topic of conversation
hot topic
Word Forms
topics plural
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Climate change was the main _____ of the debate.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek topikós ("pertaining to a place or a common theme"), via Latin topica.