assemble
|as/sem/ble|
B2
/əˈsɛm.bəl/
gather or fit together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assemble' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'assembler,' where 'as-' meant 'to' and 'sembler' meant 'to bring together.'
Historical Evolution
'assembler' transformed into the Middle English word 'assemble,' and eventually became the modern English word 'assemble.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring together,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to gather together in one place for a common purpose.
The students assembled in the auditorium for the presentation.
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Verb 2
to fit together the parts of something.
He assembled the new furniture in the living room.
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