Meaning of gathering in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈɡæð(ə)rɪŋ/

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1. Noun

   gathering

   Definitions

   1. a group of persons together in one place
2. 2. the social act of assembling

   Examples

   • « they demanded the right of assembly »

   Antonyms

   • dismantling
   • dismantlement
   • disassembly
3. 3. the act of gathering something
4. 4. sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching