assembly — a group of people gathered together for a common purpose
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a group of people gathered together for a common purpose
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈsembli/
Example Sentences
- The IKEA furniture assembly turned into a relationship test for the couple.
- During the morning assembly, the principal announced that coffee would be served in the cafeteria.
- The robot's assembly was so perfect that it immediately started complaining about working conditions.
assembly
NOUN[/əˈsembli/]
a group of people gathered together for a common purpose
Workers on the factory line complete the assembly of a shiny new car.
Though his hands are trembly, the assembly gives him strength!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'assemblee' meaning 'a gathering', derived from the verb 'assembler' (to assemble), which combines the prefix 'a-' (to) with 'sembler' (to bring together), ultimately from Latin 'simul' meaning 'together'.
Breakdown
as- (to) + -semble (bring together, from Latin simul) + -y (noun suffix) = assembly
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📝Examples
“The IKEA furniture assembly turned into a relationship test for the couple.”
“During the morning assembly, the principal announced that coffee would be served in the cafeteria.”
“The robot's assembly was so perfect that it immediately started complaining about working conditions.”
“The United Nations General Assembly meets annually in New York.”
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