Definition

To collect and organize information or materials from different sources into a single document or book.

Example

She decided to compile all her research into a comprehensive report.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to compile all my notes for the project this weekend.

That sounds like a big task! Do you have everything in one place?

Not yet, I’m still trying to gather some information from different sources.

Once you compile everything, it should be much easier to work on.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Compile → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "pilar" (from Latin "pila", meaning to pile or stack). The word "compile" means to gather or stack together various elements into a single collection or work.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering things 'together' ('com-') and 'stacking' them ('pilar') — that's why compile means to put together various items into one.

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