Congerie

/kənˈdʒɛri/ noun

Definition

A collection or aggregation of things; a gathering of various items or elements brought together.

Etymology

From Latin 'congeries' (a heaping together), related to 'congerere' (to bring together). The singular 'congerie' is rarely used; the plural 'congeries' is far more common.

Kelly Says

Linguistically fascinating: 'congeries' is often treated as both singular and plural in English, creating confusion. It's a word that can't decide if it's one pile or many piles.

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