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Wordabulary

gather

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To bring people or things together in one place.

"Friends and family gathered at the park for the picnic."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

Antonyms

scatter disperse

Usage notes

Common in the phrase "gather information" or "gather round".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Friends and family _____ at the park for the picnic."

Answer: gather

In your own words, what does "gather" mean?

To bring people or things together in one place.

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