reunion
ree-YOON-yuhn
Reunion (noun) means an event where people who haven't seen each other in a while, such as former classmates or family, meet up again. Example: “Our family reunion is held at a lake every summer.”
noun
1
An event where people who haven't seen each other in a while, such as former classmates or family, meet up again.
"Our family reunion is held at a lake every summer."
"Old friends swapped stories and photographs at the college reunion."
"The high school held its 20-year reunion last weekend."
2
The act of coming back together after being apart.
"The dog's reunion with its owner after weeks apart made everyone smile."
"After years in different countries, the sisters looked forward to a happy reunion."
"Their tearful reunion at the airport was caught on camera."
How to use reunion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA gathering of people, or a coming together, after time spent apart.
Common pairings
family reunion
class reunion
a tearful reunion
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- Plural
- reunions
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Etymology
From French réunion, "re- + union."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for reunion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “reunion” mean?
The word “reunion” means an event where people who haven't seen each other in a while, such as former classmates or family, meet up again. In plain terms, a gathering of people, or a coming together, after time spent apart.
How do you pronounce “reunion”?
“Reunion” is pronounced ree-YOON-yuhn (/ɹiːˈjuːnjən/ in IPA).
How do you use “reunion” in a sentence?
Here is “reunion” used in a sentence: “The high school held its 20-year reunion last weekend.”
What is another word for “reunion”?
Words with a similar meaning to “reunion” include reunition and reunite.
What part of speech is “reunion”?
“Reunion” is a noun.
Where does the word “reunion” come from?
The word “reunion” comes from French. From French réunion, "re- + union.".
Is “reunion” a common word?
“Reunion” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “reunion” have?
“Reunion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an event where people who haven't seen each other in a while, such as former classmates or family, meet up again.
What is the difference between a 'reunion' and a 'gathering'?
A 'gathering' is any occasion where people come together. A 'reunion' is more specific: it brings back together people who share a past connection but have been apart, such as former classmates or scattered family members.
What is the difference between a 'reunion' and a 'reconciliation'?
A 'reunion' is the act of coming back together physically after being apart. A 'reconciliation' is about restoring a friendly relationship after a disagreement, so it focuses on repairing feelings rather than simply meeting again.
What is a 'class reunion'?
A class reunion is an event where former schoolmates or graduates who studied together meet up again years later. It is one of the most common types of reunion, often held to mark a set number of years since leaving.
What is a 'family reunion'?
A family reunion is a gathering where relatives who live apart or rarely see one another come together, often for a meal or a weekend. It celebrates the act of coming back together as an extended family.
