Definitions

1. verb

to come together in a group, especially in a public place

“The people congregated in the town square for the annual festival.”

2. verb

to gather or assemble in a specified place

“The students will congregate in the auditorium for the school play.”

3. noun

a group of people or animals gathered together

“The large congregation of birds filled the entire sky.”

4. noun

a place of worship, especially a church

“The congregation attended a special service on Christmas morning.”