Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ingathering
noun
/ɪnˈɡaːðərɪŋ/
Definition
The act or process of gathering or collecting, particularly of bringing people or things together into one place or group.
Examples
- The ingathering of the harvest was celebrated with a festival.
- After years of separation, the ingathering of the community brought joy to everyone.
- The ingathering of ideas from different cultures enriches creativity.
Meaning
Ingathering refers to both a physical and metaphorical collection, often suggesting a reunion or consolidation of various elements or individuals.
Synonyms
- collection
- gathering
- aggregation
- convergence
- assembly