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