n. [ L. compilatio: cf. F. compilation. ] 1. The act or process of compiling or gathering together from various sources. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. That which is compiled; especially, a book or document composed of materials gathering from other books or documents. [ 1913 Webster ]
His [ Goldsmith's ] compilations are widely distinguished from the compilations of ordinary bookmakers. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]