Collect

usgb/kəˈlekt/
verb

To gather or accumulate something.

I collect vintage cars as a hobby.
Visual representation of "collect" - to gather or accumulate something

Often appears as...

  • collect data
  • collect samples
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Hobby Collections

Used when discussing hobbies involving gathering various items over time.

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He loves to collect stamps from different countries.
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Academic Research

Often used in a research context where systematic gathering of information is required.

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The scientists collect data on the migratory patterns of birds.
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Accumulation Over Time

Implies that items are not gathered quickly, but rather accumulated gradually.

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Over the years, he has collected a vast library of books on philosophy.
Visual representation of the word "Collect"

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