Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
have-the-floor
idiom
/hæv ðə flɔr/
Definition
To be the person who has the right to speak or present in a meeting or discussion.
Examples
- During the committee meeting, she had the floor to discuss her proposal for the community project.
- Once he finished his presentation, he invited others to ask questions while he still had the floor.
- After the debate, the moderator granted her the floor to share her closing thoughts.
Meaning
To have the opportunity to express one’s thoughts or ideas in a formal setting, typically during a debate or discussion.
Synonyms
- take the stage
- have the mic
- be in charge of the discussion
- hold the spotlight
