Meaning & Definition of word "Collect"
Collect
/kəˈlɛkt/
noun:
- 1. A group of items gathered or accumulated, often for a specific purpose.
- Example: Her collection of rare coins is quite impressive.
verb:
- 1. To gather together; to bring together from various places.
- Example: She decided to collect stamps from different countries.
- 2. To acquire or receive a payment, donation, or dues.
- Example: The charity organization aims to collect donations for the local shelter.
- 3. To assemble or gather things systematically.
- Example: He likes to collect vintage toys from the 80s.
- 4. To take or fetch something from a location.
- Example: I need to collect my dry cleaning after work.
Etymology
●From Latin 'collectus', past participle of 'colligere' meaning 'to gather together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
collect oneself:
To regain composure or self-control.
collect in bulk:
To gather a large quantity at once.
collect call:
A telephone call for which the recipient pays the charges.
Related Words
collection:
A group of items gathered together.
collector:
A person who gathers or accumulates items.
collective:
Of or shared by every member of a group.
Slang Meanings of collect
Meaning: To gather or bring together informally.
● Example Sentence: We're going to collect after the game to hang out.
Meaning: To take or acquire something from someone.
● Example Sentence: I'll collect on that bet we made last week.