collectible

American  

[kuh-lek-tuh-buhl] / kəˈlɛk tə bəl /

Or collectable

adjective

1. capable of being collected. collected. collect.

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noun

1. an object suitable for a collection, originally a work of fine art or an antique, now including also any of a wide variety of items collected collected collect as a hobby, for display, or as an investment whose value may appreciate.

Other Word Forms

• noncollectable adjective
• noncollectible adjective
• precollectable adjective
• precollectible adjective

Etymology

Origin of collectible

First recorded in 1640–50; collect ¹ + -ible

Example Sentences

However, precious metals such as silver bullion count as a “collectible,” with a gain that’s taxed at a rate of up to 28%, the IRS says.

From MarketWatch

However, precious metals such as silver bullion count as a “collectible,” with a gain that’s taxed at a rate of up to 28%, the IRS says.

From MarketWatch

But when it comes to collectibles, there’s frequently a sense they don’t quite measure up as a legitimate asset class.

From MarketWatch

The Bay Area company had built a marketplace for digital collectibles known as nonfungible tokens, or NFTs, and had teamed up with Perry to launch NFTs tied to her Las Vegas concert residency.

From Los Angeles Times

The market for collectible cars continues to accelerate.

From The Wall Street Journal

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