Collecting
/kəˈlɛktɪŋ/
Definitions
To gather and accumulate items systematically.
/kəˈlɛktɪŋ/
Gathering and accumulating items.
She's collecting seashells on the beach.
💡 Simply: Collecting is like adding things to your special box or folder. It could be stamps, rocks, or even funny socks! You keep adding more of the same kind of thing.
👶 For kids: Putting things together that are the same.
More Examples
The charity is collecting donations.
How It's Used
"He enjoys collecting stamps."
"The museum is collecting artifacts from ancient civilizations."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
collect oneself
To regain composure after a shock or surprise.
"After the accident, she took a moment to collect herself."
From Middle English *collecten*, from Old French *collecter*, from Latin *colligere* "to gather together," from *com-* "together" + *legere* "to gather, read."
The word has been used in similar ways throughout history, always implying a gathering of items.
Memory tip
Think of a collector meticulously adding items to their collection.
Word Origin
"to gather together"