collectible

noun

variants or less commonly collectable
Synonyms of collectiblenext
: an object that is collected by fanciers
especially : one other than such traditionally collectible items as art, stamps, coins, and antiques
The dolls are collectibles.

Examples of collectible in a Sentence

She displays her collectibles in a glass case.
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This was driven in large part by their coin and collectibles divisions, both of which have benefited from a huge run-up in prices in recent years. Julie Brener Davich, ARTnews.com, 28 May 2026 He was most animated about the investor group's reach into collectibles and gaming. Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 Today, the company represents over 350 properties across comics, books, films, television, electronic games, toys and collectibles. Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026 Nearly a month later, on March 3, investigators discovered and seized more than $1 million in collectibles from his home, according to the news release. Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for collectible

Word History

Etymology

derivative of collectible entry 1

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of collectible was in 1943

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“Collectible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/collectible. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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