Meaning of assemble in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈsɛmbəl/

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1. Verb

   assemble

   Etymology

   Middle English: from Old French asembler, based on Latin ad-‘to’ + simul‘together’

   Definitions

   1. make by putting pieces together

   Examples

   • « She pieced a quilt »
   • « He tacked together some verses »

   Antonyms

   • disassemble
   • dismantle
   • take apart
   • break up
   • break apart
2. 2. collect in one place

   Examples

   • « We assembled in the church basement »
   • « Let's gather in the dining room »
3. 3. get people together

   Examples

   • « assemble your colleagues »
   • « get together all those who are interested in the project »
   • « gather the close family members »