Gathering (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of gathering something.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The gathering of signatures for the petition was a slow process but eventually successful.
- She enjoyed the gathering of seashells on the beach and displaying them in her room.
- The company is involved in the gathering of data on consumer behavior and preferences.
- The act of gathering firewood for the winter months was a laborious task for the villagers.
- The artist spent years on the gathering of rare materials for her intricate sculptures.
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Meaning 2
Sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 3
The social act of assembling; "they demanded the right of assembly".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The gathering of protesters in the city square was a peaceful one, with no incidents reported.
- The community center was the site of a weekly gathering for seniors, where they could socialize and play games.
- The gathering of world leaders at the summit was seen as a crucial step towards resolving the global crisis.
- The church was the venue for a joyful gathering of friends and family to celebrate the couple's wedding.
- The gathering of students in the quad was a spontaneous one, sparked by a surprise concert by a popular band.
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- Mobilisation
- Convening
- Coming Together
- Calling Together
- Mobilization
- Convention
- Congregation
- Concentration
- Convocation
- Congregating
- Meeting
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Meaning 4
A group of persons together in one place.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The gathering of friends and family at the wedding was a joyful occasion.
- A large gathering of protesters marched through the city streets to express their discontent.
- The community center was the site of a weekly gathering for seniors to play cards and socialize.
- The gathering of world leaders at the summit was a historic moment for international diplomacy.
- The holiday dinner was a traditional gathering for the extended family to come together and share stories.
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- Sextette
- Crew
- Entourage
- Year
- Social Affair
- Gang
- Grade
- Foursome
- Eightsome
- Form
- Bunch
- Suite
- Octette
- Retinue
- Sevensome
- Sixsome
- Fivesome
- Group Meeting
- Cast Of Characters
- Dramatis Personae
- Mass Meeting
- Quintette
- Trinity
- Septette
- Concourse
- Throng
- Course
- Quartette
- Threesome
- Triad