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Collection

UK /["/kəˈlekʃn/"]/US /["/kəˈlekʃn/"]/

Definition

a group of objects, often of the same sort, that have been collected

In simple words: A group of things that are gathered together.

Examples

  • My grandmother has an impressive collection of vintage stamps.
  • The art gallery features a collection of modern sculptures.
  • He started a collection of rare coins during his travels.
  • The charity run will contribute to the collection of funds for scholarships.
  • This book is a collection of short stories by various authors.

Usage notes

Use 'collection' when referring to a set of items, like stamps or books. It's appropriate for both formal and casual contexts, but avoid using it in very specific legal or tax terminology.

Grammar pattern

collection + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'collected' set of items like a treasure chest.

Collocations

  • big
  • extensive
  • huge
  • boast
  • have
  • own
  • consist of something
  • contain something
  • include something
  • collection of
  • big
  • extensive
  • huge
  • boast
  • have
  • own
  • consist of something
  • contain something
  • include something
  • collection of
  • routine
  • systematic
  • efficient
  • await
  • be ready for
  • arrange
  • point
  • site
  • service
  • collection of
  • a method of collection
  • compile
  • edit
  • produce
  • collection of
  • house-to-house
  • street
  • charity
  • have
  • make
  • organize
  • box
  • plate
  • collection for
  • new
  • autumn
  • fall
  • create
  • launch
  • show

Synonyms

  • group
  • set
  • assortment
  • array
  • compilation

Antonyms

  • dispersal
  • scattering

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'selection' which means a choice among items.
  • Using 'collection' as a verb instead of its noun form.
  • Saying 'collect' when they mean 'collection,' missing the noun form.