gathering

noun

gath·er·ing | \ ˈgat͟h-riŋ ,

ˈga-t͟hə- \

Definition of gathering

1 : assembly, meeting

2 : a suppurating swelling : abscess

3 : the collecting of food or raw materials from the wild

4 : collection, compilation

5 : a gather in cloth

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Examples of gathering in a Sentence

I see my cousins only at occasional family gatherings. dinner parties and other social gatherings a gathering of political leaders

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That lowly space in every building where residents grab their bills and catalogs is in transition, writes the Journal’s Candace Taylor, as some real-estate developments in New York, Florida and California turn it into an attractive gathering spot. — Gerard Baker, WSJ, "The 10-Point.," 8 June 2018 For more than 60 years, Faith Lutheran Church was a cherished spiritual gathering spot at 67th Street and Roe Avenue in Prairie Village. — Lynn Horsley, kansascity, "From site of Prairie Village church, a 3-acre park with garden, play area will emerge," 12 July 2018 Then there’s the community room, a drab, workaday gathering spot for employees and visitors that inspires few selfies. — Daniel Miller, latimes.com, "Five Picassos went missing from the L.A. Times. What happened to them?," 12 July 2018 For most South Koreans, there’s no real training, with people standing around in gathering spots, staring into their phones or looking frustrated. — Washington Post, "SKorea suspends civilian drills to help talks with NKorea," 10 July 2018 For most South Koreans, there's no real training, with people standing around in gathering spots, staring into their phones or looking frustrated. — Fox News, "SKorea suspends civilian drills to help talks with NKorea," 9 July 2018 They are dispersed across the region, but the Russian Cultural Center serves as a gathering spot for various events, including Saturday’s Summer Art Bazaar. — Elizabeth Myong, Houston Chronicle, "Russians in Houston have diverse views on international affairs," 8 July 2018 But the team could have another option for creating a new gathering spot for fans. — Steve Harrison, charlotteobserver, "NFL stadiums are more luxurious than ever. Here's how the Panthers could keep up.," 5 July 2018 Brothers Family Restaurant is a popular gathering spot, known for its buttermilk pancakes once served up by Grandma Jennie, grandmother of the current owner. — Roger Showley, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Allied Gardens-Grantville: John Wayne memorabilia and buttermilk pancakes are just two special features," 22 June 2018

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