reunion
|re/u/nion|
/riˈjuːnjən/
coming together again
Etymology
'reunion' originates from French, specifically the word 'réunion,' where 'ré-' meant 'again' and 'union' meant 'joining together.'
'réunion' transformed into the English word 'reunion' and has retained its meaning of coming together again.
Initially, it meant 'joining together again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a gathering of people who have been separated, often for a long time, to reconnect and share experiences.
The family reunion was filled with laughter and joy.
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Noun 2
the act of coming together again after being apart.
Their reunion after years apart was emotional.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35