precollect

/ˈrɛkəˌlɛkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to gather or collect something beforehand, especially money or goods for a future event.

“The charity will precollect donations for the annual food drive.”

2. noun

the act of gathering or collecting something beforehand, especially money or goods for a future event.

“The precollection of donations helped the charity save time and resources.”

Synonyms

  • accumulate
  • preorder
  • reserve

Antonyms

  • dissipate
  • spend