extensive collection
[ɪkˈstɛnsɪv kəˈlɛkʃən]
noun phrasefeminine (in Portuguese)pl: extensive collections / coleções extensas
coleção extensa
1. A large and comprehensive gathering of items, objects, or materials that covers a wide range or scope
The museum has an extensive collection of ancient artifacts from different civilizations.
O museu tem uma coleção extensa de artefatos antigos de diferentes civilizações.
2. A substantial assemblage of similar or related things gathered over time
She built an extensive collection of vintage vinyl records over 30 years.
Ela construiu uma coleção extensa de discos de vinil vintage ao longo de 30 anos.
3. A comprehensive group of items representing various examples within a category
The library's extensive collection includes books in over 50 languages.
A coleção extensa da biblioteca inclui livros em mais de 50 idiomas.
In Brazilian culture, extensive collections are highly valued in museums, libraries, and academic institutions. Collectors are respected figures, and the concept of 'coleção' extends to personal hobbies and professional archiving. In American English, 'extensive collection' is frequently used in museum descriptions, academic contexts, and antique/collector communities. The phrase emphasizes completeness and variety rather than mere quantity.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a treasure trove of items
amassed a fortune in collections
built a collection from the ground up
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