get-together

[get-tuh-geth-er] /ˈgɛt təˌgɛð ər/

noun

an informal and usually small social gathering.

a meeting or conference.

Origin

1910-15; noun use of verb phrase get together

Examples from the web for get-together

It's a natural fit for practically any get-together-from a simple family birthday celebration to an elaborate dinner party.
But they can be largely captured with a combination of electronic communication and the occasional get-together.
The get-together, which might take place in a coffeehouse or a corporate conference room, is seldom required.

British Dictionary definitions for get-together

noun

(informal) a small informal meeting or social gathering

verb (adverb)

(transitive) to gather or collect

(intransitive) (of people) to meet socially

(intransitive) to discuss, esp in order to reach an agreement

(informal) get it together

to achieve one's full potential, either generally as a person or in a particular field of activity
to achieve a harmonious frame of mind

Word Origin and History for get-together

1911, from get + together.

Slang definitions & phrases for get-together

noun

A meeting or session, often social; party (1911+)