collated; collating
Definition of collate
1a
: to compare critically
b
: to collect, compare carefully in order to verify, and often to integrate or arrange in order
collated the data for publication
2a
: to assemble in proper order
especially
: to assemble in order for binding
collate printed sheets
b
: to verify the order of (printed sheets)
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The first known use of collate was in 1612
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