Definition

A meeting or assembly of people for a specific purpose, often to socialize or discuss something.

Example

The family gathering was filled with laughter and stories.

Conversation

Are you coming to the gathering at Sarah's place this weekend?

Yeah, I wouldn't miss it for the world!

It should be fun to see everyone together at the gathering.

Absolutely! I love when all our friends get together like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gathering → It is formed from "gather" (from Old English *gaderian*, meaning to bring together) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "gathering" refers to the action or process of bringing people or things together.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'bringing together' ('gather') and the process indicated by '-ing' — that's why gathering means the act of coming together.

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