selection
Translation
selection, choice, range, assortment
Examples
The store has a wide selection of shoes.
The shop has a wide selection of shoes.
Her selection for the team was a surprise.
Her selection for the team was a surprise.
The final selection is up to the committee.
The final selection is up to the committee.
Grammar Patterns
a selection of ((sth.)) a range of (sth.) The shop has a good selection of wines.
Similar Words
Synonyms: choice, option, range, assortment
Etymology
From Latin 'seligere' (to choose), from 'se-' (apart) + 'legere' (to gather). The action of choosing.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'election' where you 'select' a candidate. The result is the 'selection'.