mustering (C1)

verb (present participle)

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌstərɪŋ/

Definition

Gathering together or assembling, especially for military service, inspection, or to prepare for a difficult task.

Examples

• The soldiers were mustering on the parade ground before the inspection.

• She spent the morning mustering her courage to speak in front of the board.

• Farmers are mustering the sheep into the pen before the winter snow arrives.

How to Use mustering

muster up (phrasal verb)

to summon or gather a specific feeling or quality — "He finally mustered up the confidence to ask for a raise."

muster strength (collocation)

to gather one's internal or physical power — "She had to muster all her strength to climb the final hill."

Synonyms of mustering

Words with a similar meaning to mustering:

• gathering
• assembling
• rallying
• mobilizing

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