Synonyms for

Collector

Verb / kʌˈlektɜ: / Another word for collector — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who collects things, especially as a hobby or job.

Synonyms & similar words

gatherer accumulator aggregator gatherer accumulator hoarder amasser connoisseur aficionado enthusiast specialist archivist curator keeper custodian saver preserver stockpiler harvester picker picker-upper finder seeker

Synonyms by register

Formal

gatherer accumulator hoarder assembler

Informal

picker-up grabber hoarder

Literary

connoisseur curator

Antonyms

giver distributor dispenser provider donor spender

Common collocations

  • art collector
  • stamp collector
  • tax collector
  • debt collector
  • collector's item
  • antique collector
  • collector's edition

Word family

noun collection
verb collect
adjective collectible
adverb collectively

Usage note

The term 'collector' can refer to someone who gathers items, or someone who levies payments like taxes or debts. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The collector has a vast collection of coins from around the world.
  2. My friend is a collector of rare books.
  3. The collector of art pieces travels the world to find unique items.
  4. The antique collector purchased an old lamp at the flea market.
  5. The toy collector has a room filled with vintage toys from the 80s.

Quotes

  • A collector amasses items of a particular type, whether it's vinyl records or rare books.
  • The collector seeks not to hoard but to restore order, to repair what is broken, and to make whole once again.
  • A collector's heart is often a child's heart - curious and craving for adventure.

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