encounter /in(g)- or en(g)-kownˈtər/

1. To meet or come upon, esp unexpectedly
2. To meet in a contest
3. To oppose or confront

1. An unexpected or chance meeting
2. An interview
3. A fight or battle
4. A contentious meeting
5. A manner of meeting or accosting (Shakespeare)
6. An encounter group meeting

encounter group noun

A group which meets with a view to establishing greater self-awareness and greater understanding of others by indulging in unrestrained verbal and physical confrontation and contact

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