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compilation

Pronunciation: [ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən]

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Learn how to use compilation in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “media”

(noun) a compilation is a collection of different things, like songs or stories, brought together in one place. Imagine if your best friend picked their favorite songs and put them all on one CD. That CD is a compilation of the songs they love.

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The album is a compilation of all the greatest hits from the band.

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There was no compilation of the major events from last year.

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What songs are included in the compilation?

Context: “academic”

(noun) a compilation can also mean a collection of information or documents gathered together for a specific purpose, like for a school project. It’s like when you gather a bunch of pictures, articles, or facts to show to your class.

Example

She created a compilation of research articles for her thesis.

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His project was missing a compilation of the necessary sources.

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Did you find a good compilation of data for your assignment?

How to pronounce compilation

Pronunciation: [ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən]

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