gather (redirected from gather up)

gather [′gath·ər]

(graphic arts)

In bookbinding, to arrange in sequence the folded sheets or signatures of a book.

(mining engineering)

To assemble loaded cars from several production points and deliver them to main haulage for transport to the surface or pit bottom.

To drive a heading through disturbed or faulty ground so as to meet the seam of coal at a convenient level or point on the opposite side.