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recollection

/ɹɛkəˈlɛkʃən/

noun

Meaning

  • The act of recollecting, or recalling to the memory; the act of recalling to memory

  • The power of recalling ideas to the mind, or the period within which things can be recollected; remembrance

    "Alas that distant event isn't within my recollection anymore."

  • That which is recollected; something called to mind; a reminiscence.

  • The act or practice of collecting or concentrating the mind; concentration; self-control.

    "From such an education Charles contracted habits of gravity and recollection."

  • A spiritual retreat, especially one that is short.

Synonyms

memory,
remembrance,
remembrance,
reminiscence,
reminiscence