collate

 
Pronunciation: /kəˈleɪt/

verb

[with object]
  • 1collect and combine (texts, information, or data): all the information obtained is being collated
  • compare and analyse (two or more sources of information): these accounts he collated with his own experience
  • Printing verify the number and order of (the sheets of a book).
  • 2appoint (a clergyman) to a benefice.

Derivatives

collator

noun

Origin:

mid 16th century (in the sense 'confer a benefice upon'): from Latin collat- 'brought together', from the verb conferre (see confer)