compile

/ˈkɒmpaɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to assemble or collect (data, information, or documents) into a single unit or form.

“She spent all day compiling the data for the research project.”

2. noun

the process of assembling or collecting (data, information, or documents) into a single unit or form.

“The compilation of the data took several days.”

3. noun

a collection of things, especially documents or pieces of information.

“The new compilation of Beatles songs is a must-listen.”

4. verb

to assemble or fit together (parts of something) into a complete whole.

“The mechanic spent hours compiling the engine.”

5. verb

to translate or interpret (text or writing) into a different language.

“The service compiled the text from English to Spanish.”

6. noun

a list or collection of things, especially documents or pieces of information.

“The compilation of the company’s financial reports is due soon.”

Synonyms

  • assemble
  • collect

Antonyms

  • discard
  • scatter