C1verb 2K

Assemble

UK //əˈsɛmbəl// US //əˈsɛmbl// Pronunciation

Definition

To gather together or put parts in a specific order.

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In simple words: To put things together or gather people.

Examples

• The team will assemble the new equipment tomorrow.
• We need to assemble all the documents before the meeting.
• The workers were asked to assemble quickly for the safety drill.
• He was hired to assemble the components of the aircraft.
• They will assemble the model during the workshop.
• Residents will assemble at the community center for the town hall meeting.
• She loves to assemble jigsaw puzzles in her free time.

Usage notes

Use 'assemble' for formal or technical contexts when creating something. Avoid in casual conversation.

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Grammar pattern

assemble + object

Memory hint

Think of 'assemble' as 'a-semble' - like a puzzle coming together.

Collocations

• assemble a team
• assemble furniture
• assemble data

Synonyms

• gather
• compile
• collect
• convene
• organize

Antonyms

• dismantle
• disperse

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'dismantle' - means to take apart.
• Using 'assemble' without an object, which is incorrect.