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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 »

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