Curation

/kjʊˈreɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The careful selection, organization, and presentation of items like artworks or museum exhibits; the act of curating.

Etymology

From Latin 'curatio' (care, management) + '-ion' (suffix). The modern meaning became popular with museums in the 19th century.

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Today's 'curation' has exploded beyond museums—from social media feeds to streaming playlists, everyone is now a curator deciding what others should see!

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