cong

/kɔŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to gather together, especially for a ceremony or celebration

“The family will cong at the church to celebrate the wedding.”

2. verb

to give a ceremonial reception to, especially on retirement

“The company will cong the retiring employee with a farewell party.”

3. noun

a gathering or ceremony, especially one to mark a retirement

“The cong was held to celebrate the employee’s 30 years of service.”

4. noun

a type of Chinese drum

“The cong is an essential instrument in traditional Chinese music.”

Synonyms

  • assemble
  • congregate
  • gather

Antonyms

  • disperse
  • scatter