1, the original meaning refers to the collection of important documents and classics, and later extended to the collection of important and precious things. Generally refers to the classic treasures worth collecting.

2. Collection refers to the collection, allocation and management of books in the library field. In the library, this department is called the collection management department, which is different from the collection department and the circulation department (the collection department is responsible for buying books and making materials, and the circulation department is responsible for issuing certificates and borrowing and returning books from readers, etc.). ). The collection department is mainly responsible for various processes required for the operation of the library, such as various allocation, shelving, shelving, storage, elimination, etc. The book collection department is a very important department in the library, which intersects with all departments of the library and plays a connecting role in the library.