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verb \kə-ˈlekt\Definition of COLLECT
transitive verb
1
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>
3
: to gain or regain control of <collect his thoughts>
4
: to claim as due and receive payment for
5
: to get and bring with one; specifically : pick up <went to collect her at the train station>
intransitive verb
1
: to come together in a band, group, or mass : gather
2
a : to collect objects b : to receive payment <collecting on the insurance>
Examples of COLLECT
- They hope to collect over 1,000 signatures on the petition.
- He collected stories from all over the world.
- They collected information about the community.
- We collected soil samples from several areas on the site.
- We collected our baggage from the baggage claim at the airport.
- I left my suit at the cleaners and I have to collect it today.
- She enjoys collecting antique teapots.
- He has an impressive stamp collection, though he has been collecting for only a few years.
- I took a minute to collect my thoughts.
Origin of COLLECT
Latin collectus, past participle of colligere to collect, from com- + legere to gather — more at legend
First Known Use: 1563
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