Meaning of the word accession in English

What does accession mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

accession

US /əkˈseʃ.ən/

UK /əkˈseʃ.ən/

record the addition of (a new item) to a library, museum, or other collection.

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each book must be accessioned and the data entered into the computer

the attainment or acquisition of a position of rank or power, typically that of monarch or president.

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the Queen's accession to the throne

Synonym:

succession elevation

a new item added to an existing collection of books, paintings, or artifacts.

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the day-to-day work of cataloguing new accessions

Synonym:

addition acquisition gift purchase adjunct add-on gain

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