n.
Pronunciation: k ə - ' lekt
Function: verb
Etymology: Latin collectus, past participle of colligere to collect, from com- + legere to gather ― more at LEGEND
Date: 1563
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 < collect s 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 < collect ing on the insurance>
synonyms see GATHER