(psychology) The common experiences, thoughts and opinions of a large group of people taken as a whole.

(taxonomy) A collection from which the original concept of a taxonomic group was described.

A contract specifying terms and conditions of employment between one or more labour unions and employers' associations legally binding for employers organized in these and the employees if they are unionized in them or their employment contract incorporates them by referral.

Alternative spelling of collection plate

A plate or other container passed among the worshipers attending a Christian church service, into which donations of money are placed.

The collection of water from fog, using a canvas to pick up the water particles.

A method of negotiation in which employees negotiate as a group with their employers, usually via a trade union

collective noun used to indicate a set of a particular number, for example, a dozen

plural of collective numeral

plural of collective number