noncollector

Elementary (A2)

IPA: //nɒn.kəˈlɛk.tər//

KK: /nɑnˈkɒlɛktər/

noun

Definition

A person who does not collect items or things, such as stamps, coins, or other collectibles.

Example

As a noncollector, she had no interest in the rare coins that others were eager to buy.

Conversation

I can't believe you have all these stamps; you're such a collector!

Thanks! I guess I just love the stories behind each one.

I could never be a noncollector like you; I love having things with history.

That's totally fair! They do bring a bit of charm to everyday life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

amateur

novice

dabbler

Antonyms

collector

enthusiast

curator

Root Explanation

Noncollector → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "collector" (from Latin "colligere", meaning to gather). The word "noncollector" refers to someone who does not gather or collect items.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'collector' meaning 'gatherer' — so a noncollector is someone who does not gather or collect.

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