collector

/kəlˈektər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who collects things, such as stamps, coins, or art

“The collector of rare books was known for his vast library.”

2. verb

To gather or accumulate things, especially in a systematic or enthusiastic way

“She collector memories of her childhood and kept them in a scrapbook.”

3. noun

A device or machine that gathers or collects something, such as a vacuum cleaner or a dust collector

“The air conditioner has a built-in collector to remove dust and pollen from the air.”

Synonyms

  • accumulator
  • connoisseur
  • gatherer

Antonyms

  • destroyer
  • waster