to get and keep things of one type such as stamps or coins as a hobby
She collects dolls.
So when did you start collecting antique glass?
She began to collect rare stamps from different countries, expanding her philatelic collection.
The numismatist spent years collecting coins from various historical periods and regions.
As a hobby, he decided to collect vintage postcards, each telling a unique story of a bygone era.
The avid collector frequented antique markets, always on the lookout for unique items to add to his eclectic collection.
