Gathering

/ˈɡæð.ər.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A coming together of people or things; an assembly.

The annual family gathering is held every summer at the lake.

The act of collecting or accumulating.

The gathering of data was crucial for the research project.

A group of persons or things that have been collected.

There was a gathering of artists at the gallery for the exhibition opening.

A ceremonial or festive assembly, such as a reunion, meeting, or party.

The company organized a gathering to celebrate their anniversary.

From the verb 'gather' plus the suffix '-ing'.

family gathering

A meeting of family members, often for a special occasion.

social gathering

An informal assembly of people for social interaction.

gathering storm

An impending situation or trouble that is developing.

gather

To bring together; to collect.

collection

The action or process of gathering something together.

assembly

A group of people gathered together for a specific purpose.

A party or informal meeting.

We’re having a gathering at my place this weekend.

A small get-together.

Just a casual gathering with friends after work.