get-together

[ get-tuh-geth-er ]

noun

1. an informal and usually small social gathering.
2. a meeting or conference.

get-together

noun

1. informal.
   a small informal meeting or social gathering

verb

1. tr to gather or collect
2. intr (of people) to meet socially
3. intr to discuss, esp in order to reach an agreement
4. get it together informal.
   1. to achieve one's full potential, either generally as a person or in a particular field of activity
   2. to achieve a harmonious frame of mind

Word History and Origins

Origin of get-together¹

First recorded in 1910–15; noun use of verb phrase get together

Example Sentences

Carsley said he would put "his own stamp" on the England squad during his time as interim boss and "freshen it up" with each get-together.

From BBC

I named my podcast breaking bread because I’m huge into baking bread and I love to host dinners and get-togethers.

From Los Angeles Times

His philosophy of life was not complicated, Hideg told Orr in one of their many get-togethers.

From Los Angeles Times

But it's corroborated by everyone at tonight's get-together.

From BBC

Suddenly, a low-key get-together, which included a series of brief remarks and a picnic, was the subject of breaking-news alerts as the world’s eyes, and news cameras, were focused on the White House steps.

From Los Angeles Times