Selection ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Selection ( noun )

1. The act of choosing or the process of being chosen.
2. A range of things that have been chosen, especially as being the best or most suitable.
3. A range of goods or products offered for sale.
4. A group of people or things chosen for a specific purpose.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "the action of selecting"): from old french seleccion or latin selectio(n-), from seligere "choose".

Examples:

1. The selection of a new president was a difficult task.
2. The store had a wide selection of fruits and vegetables.
3. The selection committee chose him for the team.
4. The selection of books in the library is extensive.

(As a verb)

Selection ( verb )

1. The act of choosing or the process of being chosen.
2. A range of things that have been chosen, especially as being the best or most suitable.
3. A range of goods or products offered for sale.
4. A group of people or things chosen for a specific purpose.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "the action of selecting"): from old french seleccion or latin selectio(n-), from seligere "choose".

Examples:

1. The selection of a new president was a difficult task.
2. The store had a wide selection of fruits and vegetables.
3. The selection committee chose him for the team.
4. The selection of books in the library is extensive.