Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Gathering.
How to pronounce gathering:
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Gathering - as a noun
A group of persons together in one place
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assemblageHypernyms (Closely Related)
social groupHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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The social act of assembling
Example: "They demanded the right of assembly"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assemblageassemblyHypernyms (Closely Related)
group actionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of gathering something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gatherHypernyms (Closely Related)
aggregationassemblingcollectingcollectionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gatherGathering - as a verb
To collect; normally separate things.
Example: "I've been gathering ideas from the people i work with."
To bring parts of a whole closer.
Example: "She gathered the shawl about her as she stepped into the cold."
To infer or conclude; to know from a different source.
Example: "From his silence, i gathered that things had not gone well."
(of a boil or sore) to be filled with pus
Example: "Salt water can help boils to gather and then burst."
To collect molten glass on the end of a tool.
To gain; to win.
Gathering - as an adjective
That gathers together
Example: "She was worried by the gathering stormclouds."
Example Sentences
"The family reunion was a joyful gathering of relatives from near and far."
"We had a small gathering of friends at our house for a movie night."
"The political rally turned into an unruly gathering of protestors and counter-protestors."
"The annual festival is a popular gathering for music lovers and artists."
"The church organized a community gathering to discuss local issues."
Word Game Points
Is GATHERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gathering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GATHERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is GATHERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gathering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGATHERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is GATHERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gathering is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGATHERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
