Meaning of the word "a selection of" in English

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a selection of

US /ə sɪˈlɛkʃən ʌv/
UK /ə sɪˈlɛkʃən ɒv/
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Phrase

a range of different things from which a choice may be made

Example:
The shop offers a selection of fresh cheeses.
There was a selection of books on the table.