Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of gathering or collecting into a mass or sum

“The aggregation of data was necessary for the research study to be completed.”

2. noun

a gathering or collection of people, things, or units, especially in a mass or heap

“The aggregation of fans outside the stadium was impressive.”

3. noun

a group or cluster of cells or organisms, especially bacteria, that are attached to one another or to a surface

“The aggregation of bacteria on the surface of the wound indicated the presence of an infection.”

4. verb

to gather or collect into a mass or sum

“The data will be aggregated and analyzed to gain insights.”

5. verb

to form or become a cluster or group of cells or organisms

“The cells aggregated and formed a colony on the new substrate.”