assembly
/əˈsɛmb.lɪ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: assemblies
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A set of pieces that work together in unison as a mechanism or device.
Noun
Examples
In order to change the bearing, you must first remove the gearbox assembly.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act or process of putting together a set of pieces, fragments, or elements.
Noun
Examples
instructions for assembly
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “assembly” mean?
A set of pieces that work together in unison as a mechanism or device.
Is “assembly” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.