aggregation
Translation
collection, accumulation, gathering
Examples
The aggregation of data is the first step.
The aggregation of data is the first step.
An aggregation of small businesses formed a powerful lobby.
An aggregation of small businesses formed a powerful lobby.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) ((of sth.)) the formation of a number of things into a cluster The aggregation of data is the first step.
Similar Words
Synonyms: collection, accumulation, gathering; Antonyms: dispersion, separation
Etymology
From Latin 'aggregatio'. It's the verb 'aggregate' plus the suffix '-tion', indicating an action or result.
Memory Tips
The '-tion' suffix means 'the act of'. So, it's the act of forming an 'aggregate'.