collection — a group of objects gathered and kept together
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a group of objects gathered and kept together
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈlekʃən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's button collection has over 1,000 pieces from around the world.
- His sock collection is so extensive that he needs a separate closet just for socks.
- The library's rare book collection includes manuscripts from the 15th century.
collection
NOUN[/kəˈlekʃən/]
a group of objects gathered and kept together
He proudly shows off his collection of vintage stamps from around the world.
The pirate proudly displayed his collection of gold coins after gathering them into one treasure chest.
After he inspected the gems and selected the finest ruby, it became the newest piece in his collection.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'collectio', derived from 'colligere' meaning 'to gather together', combining 'com-' (together) and 'legere' (to gather or choose).
Breakdown
col- (together) + lect (gather) + -ion (noun suffix) = collection
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's button collection has over 1,000 pieces from around the world.”
“His sock collection is so extensive that he needs a separate closet just for socks.”
“The library's rare book collection includes manuscripts from the 15th century.”
“She started her meme collection after realizing she had saved 500 funny images.”
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