the act of collecting. accumulating; accumulation; collection.

that which is accumulated, gathered together.

the act of preparing; preparation.

the state of being prepared.

something that is made or kept ready, well-equipped for the purpose, etc.

a crowd; a multitude; a throng.

the act or duty of guarding; careful watch; wariness; defence; protection.

a condition or state of affairs; plight.

that which completes, complements or brings to perfection.

the quality of acting or working in a thoughtful, cautious way; carefulness.

spectacular, pompous display; ostentation.

a going out of sight; an instance of this; disappearance.

a covering (something) as to keep from being seen); concealment.

that which is kept inside or in a secured place.

that with which something is covered.

something known only to a certain person or persons and purposely kept from the knowledge of others; a secret.

any clothes, equipment, manner, etc. used for disguising; disguise.

something that is put forward to conceal a true purpose or object; an ostensible reason; an excuse; a pretext.

the act of choosing a bride or a bridegroom.

the act of rubbing or passing over gently with the palm with affection or to alleviate pain, distress, etc.