noun an event or a series of events
verb to continue or move forward, especially after a pause or delay
In the legal field, 'proceeding' refers to the process of taking legal action, such as a court case or hearing.
In academic settings, 'proceeding' often refers to the published record of a conference, seminar, or other academic event.
In business, 'proceeding' can refer to the actions or steps taken in a particular process or project.
In government contexts, 'proceeding' may refer to the formal actions or discussions that take place in a legislative body or committee.
In the context of a writer, 'proceeding' can refer to the act of moving forward with a particular piece of writing, such as a book or article. It can also refer to the process of continuing with a legal case or investigation, as in 'the proceedings of the trial are still ongoing.'
For a psychologist, 'proceeding' can refer to the process of moving forward with a therapy session or treatment plan. It can also refer to the steps taken to continue with a research study or clinical assessment, as in 'the study is proceeding according to schedule.'