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collecting

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Main Entry:
2col·lect 
          Listen to the pronunciation of 2collect
Pronunciation:
\kə-ˈlekt\
Function:
verb
Etymology:
Latin collectus, past participle of colligere to collect, from com- + legere to gather — more at legend
Date:
1563
transitive verb1 a: to bring together into one body or place b: to gather or exact from a number of persons or sources <collect taxes> c: to gather an accumulation of (objects) especially as a hobby <collects stamps>2: infer , deduce3: to gain or regain control of <collect his thoughts>4: to claim as due and receive payment for5: to get and bring with one ; specifically : pick up <went to collect her at the train station>intransitive verb1: to come together in a band, group, or mass : gather2 a: to collect objects b: to receive payment <collecting on the insurance>
synonyms see gather


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