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Word: Social Gathering

Definition: A "social gathering" is a meeting or event where people come together to spend time with each other, often to have fun, celebrate, or build friendships. These events are usually informal and can include parties, picnics, reunions, or any occasion where people socialize.

Usage Instructions:
  • You can use "social gathering" to describe any event that involves people coming together.
  • It is often used in both casual and formal contexts.
Example:
  • "We are having a social gathering at our house this weekend to celebrate my birthday."
  • "The community center organizes a monthly social gathering for residents to meet and connect."
Advanced Usage:
  • In more advanced contexts, you might refer to specific types of social gatherings, such as "networking events" or "community meet-ups," which have particular purposes in addition to general socializing.
Word Variants:
  • Socialize (verb): To engage in conversation and activities with others.
    • Example: "I enjoy socializing with my friends on the weekends."
  • Social (adjective): Relating to society or its organization.
    • Example: "She has a very social personality and loves meeting new people."
Different Meanings:
  • While "social gathering" primarily refers to meetings of people for social reasons, it can also imply gatherings that have a purpose, such as fundraising events or community service activities where socializing is a part of the experience.
Synonyms:
  • Gathering
  • Get-together
  • Party
  • Assembly
  • Meetup
Idioms:
  • "The more, the merrier": This idiom means that the presence of more people at a gathering makes it more enjoyable.
    • Example: "We have a few friends coming over for dinner, but feel free to invite more. The more, the merrier!"
Phrasal Verb:
  • Get together: This phrasal verb means to meet or gather with others, often informally.
    • Example: "Let’s get together this weekend to catch up."
Noun
  1. a gathering for the purpose of promoting fellowship

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