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collectable

Definitions

adjective

  1. subject to or requiring payment especially as specified

noun

  1. things considered to be worth collecting (not necessarily valuable or antique)

Examples

Model car kits are highly collectable and dealer Bob Dobinson tells Giles Chapman that to some fans even their smell is something special

You also receive a certificate of authentication that adds additional value to these collectables.

Nautical antiques are extremely collectable.

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collectible

Definitions

adjective

  1. subject to or requiring payment especially as specified

noun

  1. things considered to be worth collecting (not necessarily valuable or antique)

Examples

Christie's had an auction offering a number of Asian collectibles, including an important bronze group of Shiva and Parvati from the Chola dynasty.

While many parents do not appreciate the idea of promoting these collectible items with snack items, some do not think it is such a bad idea.

The Treasury offers antiques, collectibles and a small inventory of contemporary items.

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