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Compilation
01
the act or process of gathering or putting together various items, such as information, into a single collection
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
compilations
Examples
The compilation of research papers involved gathering data from multiple sources and organizing them into a comprehensive report.
02
something such as a book, record, etc. that consists of different pieces taken from several sources
What is a "compilation"?
A compilation is a collection of different items gathered from various sources and assembled into one book, record, or other form of media. For example, a music compilation might bring together popular songs from different artists into one album, while a book compilation might include selected writings or stories by different authors in a single volume. The purpose is to provide a diverse range of content in a single package.
Examples
The album is a compilation of the band's greatest hits.
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