Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
collation
noun
/kəˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of gathering, comparing, and arranging information or data systematically.
Examples
- After the collation of the surveys, we found some interesting trends.
- The library performed a collation of its manuscripts to ensure all were present.
- Collation of data is essential in research for accurate results.
Meaning
Collation refers to the process of collecting and organizing items, such as texts or data, in a specific order for analysis or reference.
Synonyms
- Compilation
- Assembly
- Gathering
- Collection
