CEFR C1

anthology

noun

Meaning

A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, chosen by an editor to represent a specific theme, period, or author.

Examples

The new anthology of science fiction features stories from both classic legends and emerging modern voices.
She spent her weekend reading an anthology of feminist essays published throughout the last decade.

Synonyms: collection, compilation, omnibus, treasury

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anthology (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ænˈθɒlədʒi/

Definition

A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, chosen by an editor to represent a specific theme, period, or author.

Examples

The new anthology of science fiction features stories from both classic legends and emerging modern voices.
She spent her weekend reading an anthology of feminist essays published throughout the last decade.
The university library recently acquired a comprehensive anthology of ancient Greek drama.

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