collectible

1 of 2

adjective

col·​lect·​ible kə-ˈlek-tə-bəl 

variants or less commonly collectable

1

: suitable for being collected

collectible coins

collectible figurines

2

: due for present payment : payable

collectible credit card bills

collectibility noun

or less commonly collectability

kə-ˌlek-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

collectible

2 of 2

noun

variants or less commonly collectable

: 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

Adjective

The shop sells antiques and various collectible items.

Noun

She displays her collectibles in a glass case.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Also in the neighborhood, Somerset House is a staging and interior design gallery that sells collectible furniture and art—think Pierre Jeanneret armchairs and Poul Henningsen lamps—by appointment only. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026

Such products can significantly boost theater revenue, with collectible buckets often selling for $25 to $50. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026

Noun

In a way, eBay Live can potentially combine the best elements of digital and live auctions by allowing more interaction between potential bidders and sellers than simply raising a hand as priceless collectibles roll across a stage. — Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026

The rewards will vary drastically, from instant prizes like Bilt Points or Bilt Cash to collectibles that build toward a chance to win a grand prize*. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

collect entry 2 + -ible

Noun

derivative of collectible entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1874, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1943, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing collectible

• collectible card
• collectible card game

Rhymes for collectible

• collectable
• correctable
• delectable
• detectable
• expectable
• injectable
• protectable
• resectable
• respectable
• selectable
• uncollectible
• undetectable