pre-gathering
|pre-gath-er-ing|
B2
/priː-ˈɡæðərɪŋ/
(gathering)
pre-event meeting
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-gathering' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'gathering' meaning 'a coming together of people'.
Historical Evolution
'Pre-gathering' is a modern English term formed by combining 'pre-' with 'gathering'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a meeting before another event', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an informal meeting or event that occurs before the main gathering or event.
We had a pre-gathering at the café before the conference started.
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Last updated: 2025/02/20 17:35