1. gathers or brings together from different places
2. picks up or receives something
3. acquires objects as a hobby or for study

1. short prayers said before the reading of the epistle in some Christian services
Usage: religious

Examples

• She collects stamps from around the world.
• The teacher collects homework at the end of class.
• Rain collects in puddles after the storm.
• He collects his paycheck every Friday.
• The charity collects donations for the homeless.
• Dust collects on surfaces that aren’t cleaned regularly.
• The priest read the collect before the scripture reading.