To collect or bring together from various places or sources. She gathered all the documents needed for the meeting.
To come together or assemble, often for a specific purpose. The crowd gathered in the town square for the festival.
To increase in speed, force, or intensity. The storm gathered strength as it moved towards the coast.
To infer or conclude from evidence or information. From his tone, I gathered that he was not pleased with the decision.
To draw or pull fabric into small folds or puckers. She gathered the fabric at the waist to create a more fitted look.
To summon up or muster (a quality, feeling, or strength) within oneself. She paused, gathering her thoughts before speaking.
To harvest or pick (fruit, flowers, crops, etc.) from their place of growth. We gathered apples from the orchard all afternoon.