selection

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From Latin sēlēctiō (the act of choosing out, selection), from sēlēctus, perfect passive participle of sēligō (choose out, select), from sē- (apart) + legō (gather, select).

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  • IPA: /səˈlɛkʃən/, SAMPA: /s@"lEkS@n/
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selection (plural selections)

  1. The process or act of selecting.
    The large number of good candidates made selection difficult.
  2. Something selected.
    My final selection was a 1934 Chateau Lafitte.
  3. A variety of items taken from a larger collection.
    I've brought a selection of fine cheeses to go with your wine.
  4. A musical piece.
    For my next selection, I'll play Happy Birthday in F-sharp minor.

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