gather

US /ˈɡæðɚ/

UK /ˈgæðə(r)/

A2

verb

  • To bring objects together into one place
  • (Of liquids) To come to a head, as in boil
  • To collect foods such as wild berries or crops
  • To increase or accumulate
  • To bring people, animals together into a group
  • To activate strength, courage to prepare for task
  • To understand or believe some information

noun

  • Fold in cloth, as in a full skirt