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compilation

[ˌkɑːmpəˈleɪʃn]

compilation Definition

  • 1the action or process of producing something, especially a list, book, or report, by assembling information collected from other sources
  • 2a collection of different pieces of music, writing, film, etc. that have been gathered together and presented as a single work

Using compilation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "compilation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The book is a compilation of articles written over the past decade.

  • Example

    This CD is a compilation of their greatest hits.

  • Example

    The report is a compilation of data from various sources.

  • Example

    The film is a compilation of interviews with different people.

compilation Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with compilation

  • an album consisting of tracks from various sources, such as previously released recordings by the same artist or recordings of different artists

    Example

    The compilation album features some of the best songs from the 80s.

  • a collection of software programs that are bundled together and distributed as a single package

    Example

    The software compilation includes a word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

  • a collection of video clips that have been edited together to create a single video

    Example

    The video compilation features highlights from the team's championship season.

Origins of compilation

from Latin 'compilatio', meaning 'plundering'

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Summary: compilation in Brief

The term 'compilation' [ˌkɑːmpəˈleɪʃn] refers to the act of gathering and assembling information from various sources to produce a single work, such as a book, report, or album. It can also refer to a collection of different pieces of music, writing, film, etc. that have been presented as a single work. Examples include 'The book is a compilation of articles written over the past decade' and 'This CD is a compilation of their greatest hits.'