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Meaning of Compilation | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1
kɒmpɪˈleɪʃən

Definitions

  1. The act or process of compiling or gathering together from various sources.
    uncountable
  2. Collection cataloged of objects or writings on a particular subject.
  3. That which is compiled; especially, a book or document composed of materials gathering from other books or documents.
    countable
  4. Translation of source code into object code by a compiler.
    countable, uncountable

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Examples

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

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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