Definition of assemble

The word "assemble" has a rich history dating back to the 15th century. It comes from the Latin phrase "assumere", which means "to take up" or "to assume". In Old French, this phrase evolved into "assembler", which carried the meaning of gathering or collecting things together. In Middle English, around the 14th century, the word "assemble" emerged, initially meaning "to gather or bring together" people or things. Over time, its meaning expanded to include gathering or composing something from individual parts. In the 17th century, the word also took on the sense of gathering or forming a group or a team. Today, "assemble" is widely used in various contexts, including manufacturing, construction, and even academic and scientific settings, to refer to the act of gathering or combining things together.