collecting
US /kəˈlektɪŋ/
UK /kəˈlektɪŋ/
1.
the activity of collecting things of a particular type
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Stamp collecting is a popular hobby.
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He enjoys collecting antique coins.
1.
present participle of collect
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The charity is collecting donations for the needy.
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He was busy collecting data for his research.
1.
made or arranged for payment on delivery
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The package was sent collecting.
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He made a collecting call to his parents.