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compilation

/ˌkɑm.pɪˈleɪ.ʃən/ noun C1
  1. The act or process of compiling or gathering together from various sources. (uncountable)
  2. That which is compiled; especially, a book or document composed of materials gathering from other books or documents. (countable) · Susie made Jasmine a compilation CD of some of the best songs they'd heard at the festival.
  3. Translation of source code into object code by a compiler. (countable, uncountable)

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Mac,” said Holmes, shaking a reproving forefinger, “you would not read that excellent local compilation which described the concealment of King Charles.
The Valley of Fear, p. 93 · C1

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