Gathering

/ɡˈæðəɹɪŋ/

/ˈɡæðɝɪŋ/

Gathering

a meeting, especially one with a particular purpose

synonyms : assemblage

a group of persons together in one place

synonyms : assemblage

the act of gathering something

synonyms : gather

sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching

synonyms : gather

a group of folded sheets of paper or leaves that are nested together to form a section of a book

Examples

1. Her cooking always receives compliments at family gatherings.

2. We have a family gathering every month.

3. The party was an informal gathering of friends.

4. We often have family gatherings in the garden during summer evenings.