portfolio
Translation
portfolio, briefcase, range of investments
Examples
The artist showed her portfolio to the gallery.
The artist showed her portfolio to the gallery.
He has a diverse investment portfolio.
He has a diverse investment portfolio.
Grammar Patterns
a portfolio of (sth.) (a collection of sth.) The artist showed her portfolio of drawings.
Similar Words
Synonyms: collection, case, record
Etymology
From Italian 'portare' (to carry) and 'foglio' (leaf, sheet). It means something to carry sheets of paper.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a case to 'carry' ('port') 'sheets/leaves' ('folio') of paper, like your best work or documents.