Pronunciation

/ˈpænəl/

Definitions

• Noun: A group of people gathered together to discuss, make decisions, or give their opinions on a particular subject, often in an official or public capacity. For example: “The expert panel discussed the latest findings on climate change.”
• Noun: A flat, usually rectangular piece of wood, metal, or another material, often used as part of a wall, door, or fence, or forming the face of a control board or display screen. For example: “The artist painted a beautiful mural on the wooden panel.”
• Noun: In a courtroom, it refers to the bench where the judge and sometimes jurors sit. For example: “The defendant approached the witness stand and swore to tell the truth before the panel.”
• Verb: (transitive) To fit with panels or to form into panels. For example: “The architect designed the building to be panelled with oak.”

Phrases

• “Panel discussion”: An organized conversation where a group of experts or individuals with diverse perspectives exchange views on a specific topic.
• “Panel interview”: A type of job interview where the candidate is questioned by a group of people representing different departments or areas of expertise.
• “Control panel”: A collection of switches, buttons, and indicators that allow a user to control a machine or system.

Example Sentences

• Noun (group of people): “The government convened a panel of scientists to advise on vaccine policy.”
• Noun (flat piece of material): “The interior of the car was finished with leather panels.”
• Noun (courtroom): “The judge presided over the case from behind the raised panel.”
• Verb: “They decided to panel the walls with dark wood to create a cozy atmosphere.”

Synonyms

• Board (for a group of people)
• Panelists (for members of a panel)
• Section (for a physical panel)
• Plank (for a single piece of a wooden panel)
• Jury (in the context of a legal panel)
• Fit with boards (as a verb)