Any large gathering of people.
A gathering of faithful in a temple, church, synagogue, mosque or other place of worship. It can also refer to the people who are present at a devotional service in the building, particularly in contrast to the pastor, minister, imam, rabbi etc. and/or choir, who may be seated apart from the general congregation or lead the service (notably in responsory form).
A Roman Congregation, a main department of the Vatican administration of the Catholic Church.
The act of congregating or collecting together.
A corporate body whose members gather for worship, or the members of such a body.
A flock of various birds, such as plovers or eagles.
The main body of university staff, comprising academics, administrative staff, heads of colleges, etc.
The highest platform, or upper circle, in an auditorium.
The occupants of the gallery of a theatre.