Collection: meaning, definitions and examples

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collection

[ kəˈlɛkʃən ]

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group of objects

A collection is a group of objects or things that are gathered together.

Synonyms

assembly, group, set

Examples of usage

She has a collection of rare stamps.
The museum has an impressive collection of artwork.
He started his own collection of vintage cars.

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group of similar items

A collection can also refer to a group of similar items that are kept together, often for a specific purpose.

Synonyms

assortment, range, selection

Examples of usage

The library has a large collection of books.
The store offers a collection of designer clothing.
His collection of baseball cards is worth a lot of money.

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act of collecting

Collection can also refer to the act of collecting things, such as money or donations.

Synonyms

accumulation, fundraising, gathering

Examples of usage

The charity organized a collection for the homeless.
He made a collection of donations for the animal shelter.
The museum relies on donations for its collection.

Translations

Translations of the word "collection" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coleção

🇮🇳 संग्रह

🇩🇪 Sammlung

🇮🇩 koleksi

🇺🇦 колекція

🇵🇱 kolekcja

🇯🇵 コレクション

🇫🇷 collection

🇪🇸 colección

🇹🇷 koleksiyon

🇰🇷 컬렉션

🇸🇦 مجموعة

🇨🇿 sbírka

🇸🇰 zbierka

🇨🇳 收藏

🇸🇮 zbirka

🇮🇸 safn

🇰🇿 жинақ

🇬🇪 კოლექცია

🇦🇿 kolleksiya

🇲🇽 colección

Word origin

The word 'collection' has its origins in the Latin word 'collectio', which means 'a gathering or assembly'. The concept of collecting objects has been a part of human culture for centuries, with individuals and institutions amassing various items for personal enjoyment, preservation, or study. Collections can range from art and artifacts to books and coins, reflecting a diverse array of interests and passions.