assembly

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B1 — Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit
  2. noun the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery)
  3. noun a public facility to meet for open discussion

Etymology

From Middle English assemblee, from Anglo-Norman asemblee (Old French asemblee, French assemblée). By surface analysis, assemble + -y.

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