Collectibles And Memorabilia

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who collects things, such as stamps, coins, or art

adjective relating to or involved in the act of collecting

  • The art collector purchased a rare painting at the auction.
  • My neighbor is a big-time collector of vintage cars.
  • I heard that dude is a serious sneaker collector.
  • She was a collector of memories, holding onto every moment as if it were precious treasure.

noun a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership in an organization

  • The soldier proudly wore his uniform adorned with the regiment's insignia.
  • I got a cool new jacket with a logo that looks like an insignia.
  • Check out the sick insignia on my skateboard deck!
  • The family crest served as an insignia of their noble heritage.

noun objects or equipment used for a particular activity or purpose

  • The police found drug paraphernalia at the scene of the crime.
  • I saw all of his camping paraphernalia in the garage.
  • She's always carrying around her makeup paraphernalia.
  • His desk was cluttered with paraphernalia from past projects.

noun a person who collects airmail stamps or covers

  • The aerophilatelist carefully examined a rare airmail stamp from the early 20th century.
  • My friend is an aerophilatelist and loves collecting stamps that were sent through the mail.
  • I didn't know you were an aerophilatelist, that's pretty cool!
  • Being an aerophilatelist is like being a detective, searching for hidden treasures in the world of philately.