collect (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəˈlɛkt/

Definition

To bring or gather things together in one place.

Examples

• She likes to collect stamps from different countries.

• Please collect your belongings before you leave.

• The postman will collect the mail at 3 PM.

How to Use collect

collect from (prepositional phrase)

To get something from a person or place. — "I need to collect my dry cleaning from the shop."

collect for (prepositional phrase)

To gather money or items for a specific purpose or cause. — "They are collecting food for the homeless shelter."

Synonyms of collect

Words with a similar meaning to collect:

• gather
• assemble
• amass

Antonyms of collect

Words with the opposite meaning to collect:

• distribute
• scatter

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