rally
UK: ˈræli | US: ˈræli
n. 1. A mass gathering of people for a common purpose (e.g., political rally).
n. 2. A recovery in strength or performance (e.g., stock market rally).
vt./vi. 3. To bring or come together for a shared effort; to recover or regroup.
rally = re<again> + ally<unite>
- re: Prefix meaning "again" (from Latin re-).
- ally: Root meaning "to unite" (from Old French alier, Latin alligare "to bind to").
Etymology Origin:
The word "rally" entered English in the 17th century from French rallier, combining re- (repetition) and allier (to unite). Originally a military term for regrouping scattered troops, it later broadened to describe any collective mobilization or recovery. The dual sense of "gathering" and "rebounding" reflects its core idea of reconnection.
Protesters held a rally to demand climate action.
The team rallied in the second half to win the match.
After a slow start, her spirits began to rally.
Investors hope the market will rally next quarter.
He tried to rally his friends for the volunteer project.