the act of convoking.

the state of being convoked.

a group of people gathered in answer to a summons; assembly.

Anglican Church . either of the two provincial synods or assemblies of the clergy.

Protestant Episcopal Church .

an assembly of the clergy of part of a diocese.

the area represented at such an assembly.

a formal assembly at a college or university, esp. for a graduation ceremony.

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assemblage , conclave , concourse , confab , conference , congregation , congress , convention , council , diet , get-together , meet , meeting , powwow * , synod , turnout , body , company , crowd , gathering , group , muster , troop , assembly , calling , caucus , consistory