collate
Cross references: 1. compare col.late \k*-'la-t, 'ka:l-.a-t\ \k*-'la-t-*r, _ka:l-.a-t-\ vt [back-formation fr. collation] [L collatus, pp.] 1a: to compare critically 1b: to collect, compare carefully in order to verify, and often to integra te or arrange in order 2: to admit and institute (a cleric) to a benefice 3a: to verify the order of (printed sheets) 3b: GATHER - col.la.tor n