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collectable

|col-lect-a-ble|

/kəˈlɛktəbl/

(collect)

gather together

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Etymology

Etymology Information

'collectable' originates from the Latin word 'collectare,' where 'collect-' meant 'gather together.'

Historical Evolution

'collectare' transformed into the Old French word 'collecter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'collect' and its derivative 'collectable.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to gather together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'suitable for collection.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an item worth collecting, especially due to its rarity or value.

He has a vast collection of rare collectables.

Synonyms

artifact memorabilia

Adjective 1

able to be collected; suitable for collection.

The stamps are highly collectable due to their rarity.

Synonyms