Data Collection Terminology

noun a gathering or assembly of people, animals, or things

verb to bring together or collect into one place or group

• The conference room is where we gather for important meetings.
• Let's gather at the park for a picnic this weekend.
• Hey, wanna gather at my place later to hang out?
• She could gather her thoughts before making a decision.

verb to clean or pick up something quickly and efficiently, often with a vacuum cleaner

• The vacuum cleaner was able to hoover up all the dirt and debris from the carpet.
• I need to hoover up the crumbs from the sofa before guests arrive.
• She can hoover up a plate of food like nobody's business.
• The company plans to hoover up smaller competitors in the industry through acquisitions.