English

Etymology
Latin plenum#Latin|plenum, neuter of plenus �full�. (Influenced by Russian плен�м �plenary session�.)

Pronunciation
IPA|/'pli:n�m/

Noun
en-noun|pl2=plena

1. A space that is completely filled with matter

#:*1974: He lay on the long stone slant down to the slapping waves, his denim shorts, sneakers, and socks under his head for a pillow, feeling the splendour of distance in all directions, the liquid silence, the plenum of aloneness. � Guy Davenport Tatlin!

1. A legislative meeting (especially of the Communist Party) in which all members are present
2. An enclosed space having greater than atmospheric pressure
3. The space above a false ceiling used for cables, ducts etc
4. computing A type of network cabling which satisfies plenum-ratings issued by the National Electrical Code. These cables are safer in case of a fire, producing less smoke and fumes.

Antonyms
vacuum

Derived terms
plenary

Norwegian

Noun
plenum

1. A meeting where all members are present

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