colecionadores
1. People who gather and accumulate items of a particular type as a hobby or profession
Art collectors from around the world attended the auction.
Colecionadores de arte de todo o mundo participaram do leilão.
2. Devices or systems that gather or accumulate something (such as solar energy, rainwater, or data)
Solar collectors on the roof generate electricity for the house.
Os coletores solares no telhado geram eletricidade para a casa.
3. People employed to gather money owed (such as taxes or debts)
Debt collectors contacted him about the unpaid loan.
Agentes de cobrança o contataram sobre o empréstimo não pago.
In Brazil, 'colecionadores' is a respected term often associated with art, antiques, and hobby enthusiasts. The country has a rich tradition of collectors, from art collectors in São Paulo to comic book and memorabilia collectors. The term 'agentes de cobrança' (debt collectors) carries a different social connotation and is less prestigious. In the USA, collecting is considered a mainstream hobby, with collector culture being celebrated through conventions, shows, and museums.
NYC Slang
hoarders (informal), pack rats (colloquial)
Related Idioms & Phrases
collector's item - an object of value to collectors
dust collector - device or person who accumulates dust/debris
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