The word 联谊会 is a modern Chinese compound noun formed by combining three distinct characters: 联 (lián), meaning "to connect" or "to unite"; 谊 (yì), meaning "friendship" or "fellowship"; and 会 (huì), meaning "meeting", "association", or "society". Together, they create a concept where 联 and 谊 form the core idea of "forging friendly connections", which is then institutionalized by 会 into an organized social event or a formal club. Thus, the term literally translates to a "friendship-connecting association", commonly understood as a social gathering, mixer, or fellowship organization designed to foster relationships and networks among members, often in academic, professional, or community contexts.