Definition

Not applicable as 'collect' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a verb meaning to gather or accumulate items or information.

Example

Not applicable as 'collect' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a verb.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a collect call in action?

Yeah, I remember those from when I was younger!

I think it's interesting how people used to collect calls instead of just using cell phones.

Absolutely! It was a whole different way of communicating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Not a valid English word.

Example

Not available.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new phone plan you can get collect?

Yeah, I heard it's a great way to save money on calls.

I think it might be useful for long-distance friends.

Definition

To come together in a group or mass; to gather.

Example

People often collect at the park for community events.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the event where people collect old books?

Yeah, I think it's a great way to share literature with others.

I want to collect some books to donate myself.

Definition

A short formal prayer used in Christian services, typically consisting of an invocation, a request, and a conclusion.

Example

The priest recited a collect before the reading of the scripture.

Conversation

Did you hear the collect at church last Sunday?

Yeah, it was really beautiful and calming.

I love how they change the collect each week to fit the season.

Root Explanation

Collect → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "legere" (meaning to gather or choose). The word "collect" means to gather things together from various places or sources.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering things 'together' ('com-') — that's why collect means to bring items together.

Visually Confused Words