1. to come together or bring together in one place
2. to collect or pick up items from different places
3. to gradually increase or build up

1. a fold or pleat in fabric created by pulling it together
Usage: sewing

Examples

• The family will gather for dinner at six o’clock.
• She went to gather wildflowers in the meadow.
• Dark clouds began to gather before the storm.
• From his expression, I gather he’s not happy about the news.
• The seamstress will gather the fabric at the waist.
• Speed tends to gather as you go downhill.
• The gather in her skirt created a flattering silhouette.
• Please gather your belongings before leaving the classroom.