Noun: collator ku'ley-tu(r)
- A machine that selects, merges and matches decks of punch cards
"The collator efficiently sorted and combined the data from multiple punch card decks"
- One who compares and verifies texts or information, especially manuscripts or books
"The collator carefully examined different versions of the ancient text"
- (historical) one who appoints clergy to a benefice
- One who confers a benefit or advantage
Derived forms: collators
Type of: sorter, tabulating machine, tabulator
Encyclopedia: Collator