noun The act of congregating or collecting together.
noun A gathering of faithful in a temple, church, synagogue, mosque or other place of worship, especially those present at a devotional service or who regularly attend such services, particularly in contrast to the leadership, choir or others.
noun A Roman Congregation, a main department of the Vatican administration of the Catholic Church.
noun A corporate body whose members gather for worship, or the members of such a body.
noun Any large gathering of people.
noun A flock of birds.
noun A group of alligators or crocodiles.
noun The main body of university staff, comprising academics, administrative staff, heads of colleges, etc.