Definition of "recollection" in английский

noun

1. The act of recollecting, or recalling to the memory; the act of recalling to memory.

2. 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.

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

   • One of his earliest recollections.

4. (archaic or Catholicism) The act or practice of collecting or concentrating the mind; concentration; self-control.

   • From such an education Charles contracted habits of gravity and recollection.
   • In a world filled with media and electronic devices, recollection can be difficult.

5. (Catholicism) A spiritual retreat, especially one that is short.

noun

1. Process of collecting again.