Meaning of miscellanea in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌmɪsəˈleɪniə/

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  1. Noun

    miscellanea

    Etymology

    late 16th century: from Latin, neuter plural of miscellaneus (see miscellaneous)

    Definitions

    1. a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

    Examples

    • « a great assortment of cars was on display »
    • « he had a variety of disorders »
    • « a veritable smorgasbord of religions »

    Derived terms

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