compilation — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The act or process of compiling or gathering together from various sources.

   Usage

   • Uncountable

   Examples

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   The scope of this computor will not necessarily be restricted to paybill compilation; its application to other work is being studied, and all possible use will be made of its capabilities.

2. That which is compiled; especially, a book or document composed of materials gathering from other books or documents.

   Usage

   • Countable

   Examples

   Susie made Jasmine a compilation CD of some of the best songs they'd heard at the festival.

3. Translation of source code into object code by a compiler.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

Noun

1. something that is compiled (as into a single book or file)

   Synonyms

   digest

   Broader terms

   collectioncompendium

2. the act of compiling (as into a single book or file or list)

   Synonyms

   compiling

   Broader terms

   collectioncollectingassemblingaggregation

   Examples

   the job of compiling the inventory took several hours