Meaning of the word collector in English

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

collector

US /kəˈlek.tɚ/
UK /kəˈlek.tɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person who collects things of a specified type, professionally or as a hobby

Example:
He is a passionate stamp collector.
The art collector purchased a rare painting.
2.

a person or thing that collects payments or debts

Example:
The bill collector called again today.
She works as a debt collector for a bank.
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