Definition
集锦 refers to a curated collection of the best or most representative items in a category, such as photographs, songs, or quotes. It is very commonly used in book titles, album names, and TV show segments (e.g., 摄影集锦 'photo highlights'). The secondary English gloss 'hodgepodge' is misleading — 集锦 implies careful selection, not a random mix.
n.
a collection of choice specimens (often used in book or album titles)
Examples
- 集锦。Zhè běn shèyǐng jí jǐn zhǎnshì le shìjiè gèdì de zìrán fēngguāng.This photo collection showcases natural scenery from around the world.
- 集锦，。Wǒ mǎi le yì pán niándù gēqǔ jí jǐn, lǐmiàn dōu shì jīngdiǎn lǎo gē.I bought a year-end song compilation, which is full of classic old songs.
- 集锦。Zhè bù diànyǐng táicí jí jǐn shōulù le zuì lìng rén nánwàng de duìhuà.This movie quote collection includes the most unforgettable dialogues.
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