Collection (en. Collection)
/kɔlɛk.sjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Action of collecting similar objects.
His stamp collection is impressive.
Sa collection de timbres est impressionnante.
Set of objects that have been gathered.
She has a collection of old books.
Elle a une collection de livres anciens.
Series of products or works assembled.
The spring-summer collection of this designer is beautiful.
La collection printemps-été de ce designer est magnifique.
Etymology
From the Latin 'collectio', meaning gathering.
Common Phrases and Expressions
data collection
Gathering of information for analysis.
collection de données
art collection
Set of artworks assembled.
collection d'art
fundraising collection
Gathering of money for a cause.
collection de fonds
Related Words
to collect
Gathering objects or information.
collecter
collector
Person who collects objects.
collectionneur
collective
Group of people gathered.
collectif
Slang Meanings
Collection of trendy clothes.
Check out my new collection, it’s so stylish!
Regarde ma nouvelle collection, c'est trop stylé !
Collection of video games.
He has a collection of games worth a fortune.
Il a une collection de jeux qui vaut une fortune.