Word of the Day – Charrette

Charrette (noun)

sha-rett

A period of intense work, typically undertaken in order to meet a deadline.

A public meeting or workshop devoted to a concerted effort to solve a problem or plan the design of something.

Example sentences

“Several impromptu charrettes have taken place over the last few months in an attempt to halt the country’s spiral into anarchy.”

“6 weeks of rest and relaxation followed by a twelve hour charrette is how I prepare for the new school year.”