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gather meaning and definition

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GATHER noun

Definition of gather (noun)

  1. sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching
  2. the act of gathering something

GATHER verb

Definition of gather (verb)

  1. assemble or get together
  2. collect in one place
  3. collect or gather
  4. conclude from evidence
    • "I gather you have not done your homework"
  5. draw together into folds or puckers
  6. get people together
    • "assemble your colleagues"; "get together all those who are interested in the project"; "gather the close family members"
    • synonyms: assemble, get together
  7. draw and bring closer
    • "she gathered her shawl around her shoulders"
  8. look for (food) in nature
    • "Our ancestors gathered nuts in the Fall"
  9. increase or develop
    • "the peace movement gained momentum"; "the car gathers speed"
    • synonyms: gain
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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