convocation: Meaning and Definition of

con•vo•ca•tion

1. the act of convoking.
2. the state of being convoked.
3. a group of people gathered in answer to a summons; assembly.
4. either of the two provincial synods or assemblies of the clergy.
1. an assembly of the clergy of part of a diocese.
2. the area represented at such an assembly.
6. a formal assembly at a college or university, esp. for a graduation ceremony.