An assembly or meeting.
The act of calling or assembling by summons.
An assembly of the clergy, by their representatives, to consult on ecclesiastical affairs.
An academic assembly, in which the business of a university is transacted.
A flock of eagles.
A conference or other meeting for discussion of a topic, especially one in which the participants make presentations.
A drinking party in Ancient Greece, especially one with intellectual discussion.
A collection of essays, articles or papers on a particular subject by a number of contributors.