1. a. : to compare critically. b. : to collect, compare carefully in order to verify, and often to integrate or arrange in order. collated the data for publication. 2. a. : to assemble in proper order. especially : to assemble in order for binding. collate printed sheets. b. : to verify the order of (printed sheets) 3. More @Wikipedia
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