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Reunion: meaning, definitions and examples

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reunion

 

[ riหˆjuหniษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

social gathering

A reunion is a gathering of people who have been separated for a period of time, often to celebrate or to reconnect. It typically involves family members, friends, or colleagues coming together to reminisce, share stories, and strengthen their bonds.

Synonyms

assembly, convention, gathering, get-together

Examples of usage

  • The family reunion was filled with laughter and memories.
  • She organized a school reunion to catch up with old friends.
  • They planned a reunion picnic at the local park.
  • After years apart, they finally had a reunion dinner.
Context #2 | Noun

event

Reunion can also refer to a specific event or series of events aimed at bringing together individuals who share a common background or experience. For instance, class reunions, family reunions, and military reunions are common types.

Synonyms

homecoming, reassembly, reconnection

Examples of usage

  • The class of '99 held their first reunion last weekend.
  • The military reunion was an emotional event for the veterans.
  • She attended her college reunion after ten years.
  • The alumni reunion attracted graduates from various years.

Translations

Translations of the word "reunion" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reuniรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคจเคฐเฅเคฎเคฟเคฒเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wiedervereinigung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pertemuan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทัƒัั‚ั€ั–ั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spotkanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ†ไผš

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉunion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reuniรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท buluลŸma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฌํšŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุฌุชู…ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ setkรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stretnutie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡่š

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sreฤanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ samskipti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะธะฝะฐะปั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒฎแƒ•แƒ”แƒ“แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ toplantฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reuniรณn

Etymology

The term 'reunion' has its roots in the Latin word 'reunionem', which means 'a coming together again'. The prefix 're-' denotes repetition, while 'union' originates from the Latin 'unio', meaning 'oneness' or 'unity'. The word evolved through Old French 'reunion' before being adopted into English in the early 17th century. Its usage has expanded over time, encompassing various contexts where friends, families, or groups come together after a separation. The concept of reunions has been integral to social and familial bonding throughout history, emphasizing the importance of community and connection among individuals. In contemporary society, reunions are often organized for various occasions, including family gatherings, school alumni events, and professional reunions, highlighting its relevance in creating lasting ties and memories.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,302, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.