florilegium

noun

ˌflȯr-ə-ˈlē-j(ē-)əm How to pronounce florilegium (audio)
Definition of florilegiumnext
as in anthology
a collection of writings a florilegium of ancient alchemical writings

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Recent Examples of florilegium Grootbos, a hotel cum nature reserve 30 minutes to the south, is known for its family-friendly marine safaris and botanical tours (and a new florilegium). — Jen Murphy, Town & Country, 7 Oct. 2022 Twenty-five of them get ink online this week, and about 20 on the print page — quite the florilegium. — Pat Myers, Washington Post, 21 July 2022
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  1. anthology
  2. compilation
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  • Gubbara has nine long-form titles in active development, has produced seven short documentaries, and has one fiction short and one anthology feature in post-production.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026
  • In addition to Jim Murray’s anthology, here are some other sports books that have inspired Wickersham.
    — Aaron Reiss, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of anthology
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  • Nandao Rice & Noodle, which opened in May at the corner of Garvey and Garfield avenues in Monterey Park, isn’t geographically specific, but more of a greatest hits compilation of foods currently dominating the SGV.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Earlier demos on the compilation also celebrate the 30th anniversary of Cole’s biggest album, This Fire, and her accompanying tour in 2026.
    — Tina Eves, SPIN, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of compilation

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