Selection: meaning, definitions and examples

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selection

 

[ sɪˈlɛkʃən ]

Context #1 | Noun

process

The action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable.

Synonyms

choice, election, picking

Examples of usage

  • The selection of candidates for the job position was rigorous.
  • The selection of songs for the playlist was based on popularity.
  • The selection of ingredients for the recipe was crucial for its success.
Context #2 | Noun

group of chosen individuals

A group of people or things having been carefully chosen.

Synonyms

chosen group, picked team, selected individuals

Examples of usage

  • The selection of artists for the exhibition was diverse.
  • The selection of players for the team was based on skills.
  • The selection of books for the book club was varied.
Context #3 | Noun

collection of items available for choice

The range of different things that are available to choose or use.

Synonyms

assortment, choice, variety

Examples of usage

  • The selection of dresses in the store was extensive.
  • The selection of movies on the streaming platform was impressive.
  • The selection of food at the buffet was abundant.
Context #4 | Noun

computer science

The action of marking one or more items from a set of options.

Synonyms

choice, option, pick

Examples of usage

  • The user made a selection from the dropdown menu.
  • The selection of text was copied to the clipboard.
  • The selection of files was then deleted.
Context #5 | Noun

biology

The evolutionary process by which some organisms are favored to survive and reproduce over others.

Synonyms

adaptation process, evolutionary selection, survival of the fittest

Examples of usage

  • Natural selection plays a crucial role in the adaptation of species.
  • The process of selection leads to genetic diversity.
  • Selective pressures influence the outcome of selection.

Translations

Translations of the word "selection" in other languages:

🇵🇹 seleção

🇮🇳 चयन

🇩🇪 Auswahl

🇮🇩 pilihan

🇺🇦 вибір

🇵🇱 wybór

🇯🇵 選択 (せんたく)

🇫🇷 sélection

🇪🇸 selección

🇹🇷 seçim

🇰🇷 선택 (선택)

🇸🇦 اختيار

🇨🇿 výběr

🇸🇰 výber

🇨🇳 选择 (xuǎnzé)

🇸🇮 izbor

🇮🇸 val

🇰🇿 таңдау

🇬🇪 არჩევანი

🇦🇿 seçim

🇲🇽 selección

Etymology

The word 'selection' originates from the Latin word 'selectio', which means 'a choosing, selection'. The concept of selection has been integral to human decision-making processes throughout history. In various fields such as biology, commerce, and technology, the notion of selection plays a vital role in determining outcomes and preferences. From the biological concept of natural selection proposed by Charles Darwin to the modern-day algorithms that power personalized recommendations, the term 'selection' continues to shape our understanding of choice and evolution.

See also: select, selected, selecting, selective, selectively, selectiveness, selectivity, selector, selectwoman.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,521, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.