collect

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collect[2,verb] collected self-collected

Main Entry: ²col·lect
Pronunciation: k&-'lekt
Function: verb
Etymology: Latin collectus, past participle of colligere to collect, from com- + legere to gather -- more at LEGEND
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>
2 : INFER, DEDUCE
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>
synonym see GATHER