Definitions

gathering

[gath-er-ing] / ˈgæð ər ɪŋ /

NOUN

assemblage, accumulation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

association caucus collection conclave conference congregation convention crowd function group mass meeting party throng

STRONG

acquisition affair aggregate aggregation band body bunch clambake company concentration concourse congress convocation crush drove flock gain heap herd horde huddle junction knot levy meet muster parley pile rally roundup society stock stockpile swarm turnout union

WEAK

get-together social function

Antonyms

STRONGEST

division separation

STRONG

dispersal individual loss one scattering

Example Sentences

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Then in Glendale, there’s Junior High, a nonprofit art gallery and inclusive gathering space that hosts a variety of events, including music shows, artist showcases, comedy nights, pottery workshops and more.

From Los Angeles Times

Organizers called the gatherings the “ICE Out for Good” weekend of action in response to the fatal shooting of Renée Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.

From Los Angeles Times

Christmas gatherings may have caused a resurgence in flu and other winter viruses, NHS leaders say.

From BBC

She recommends going through websites like LinkedIn, and gathering around 10 to 15 that you like the look of.

From BBC

According to local media reports, the main gathering happened near the scene of the shooting.

From BBC

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