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col·late  (k-lt, klt, klt)
tr.v. col·lat·ed, col·lat·ing, col·lates
1. To examine and compare carefully in order to note points of disagreement.
2. To assemble in proper numerical or logical sequence.
3. Printing
a. To examine (gathered sheets) in order to arrange them in proper sequence before binding.
b. To verify the order and completeness of (the pages of a volume).
4. Ecclesiastical To admit (a cleric) to a benefice.

[From Latin colltus, past participle of cnferre, to bring together : com-, com- + ltus, brought; see tel- in Indo-European roots.]

col·lator n.

collator [kɒˈleɪtə kəʊ- ˈkɒleɪtə ˈkəʊ-]
n
1. a person or machine that collates texts or manuscripts
2. (Electronics & Computer Science / Computer Science) Computing a device for matching or checking punched cards in separate files and for merging two or more files sorted into the same ordered sequence


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Parts-handling equipment includes placers, denesters, collators, and restacking systems.
Bukhari, one of the early collators of stories relating the Prophet's life, explains that the Muslim way has three facets: islam, or the response to God's revelation of returning all to the One from whom we receive all; imam (or "faith"), our belief and trust in what God has revealed; and ihsan, the appropriation of this revelation in a life reflecting the goodness of God.
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