1. groups of people assembled for religious worship
2. gatherings or collections of people or things in one place

Examples

• The minister addressed both congregations during the joint service.
• Several congregations in the city worked together on the charity drive.
• The small church had one of the most devoted congregations in town.
• Different congregations have varying traditions and practices.
• Large congregations of birds gathered near the lake during migration.
• The park attracted congregations of families on sunny weekends.
• Multiple congregations shared the community center for their services.