compile
Translation
to compile, to assemble, to put together
Examples
He compiled a list of suitable candidates.
He compiled a list of suitable candidates.
The software needs to compile before we can run it.
The software needs to compile before we can run it.
Grammar Patterns
to compile ((sth.)) to produce something by assembling information We need to compile a report on our findings.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assemble, gather, collect
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) and 'pilare' (to plunder, pile up), meaning to gather things together.
Memory Tips
Think of 'com-pile': to 'pile' information 'together' (com-) from various sources.