Definition of COMPILATION (original) (raw)
1
: the act or process of compiling
the annual compilation of data
2
: something compiled
a compilation of hit songs
a compilation of vehicular accident reports
Synonyms
Examples of compilation in a Sentence
The CD is a compilation of greatest hits. the slow compilation of data
Recent Examples on the Web The Black experience, though, will always resist compilation. —
Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2024 Between photos, Alba included a compilation of clips from the ceremony and reception, capturing moments like the couple's first dance and Warren's speech for his brother. —Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2024 The popular YouTube channel Fine Brothers Entertainment (now called React) posted a viral compilation of YouTubers reacting to Korean mukbangs with shock and amusement. —Kyndall Cunningham, Vox, 5 Sep. 2024 Since her last solo project, Beyoncé has released a compilation album with her husband entitled Everything is Love. —Okla Jones, Essence, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for compilation 
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Word History
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of compilation was in the 15th century
Dictionary Entries Near compilation
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“Compilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compilation. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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Last Updated: 12 Sep 2024 - Updated example sentences
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