gather up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To gather, assemble or collect, usually into a group or mass.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
tập hợp, thu thập hoặc tụ họp, thường thành nhóm hoặc khối
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Beatrice gathered up the hem of her petticoat.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “gather up” mean?
To gather, assemble or collect, usually into a group or mass.
Is “gather up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.