assortment
UK: əˈsɔːtmənt | US: əˈsɔːrtmənt
n. a collection of different things or of various types of the same thing
n. the act of classifying or arranging into groups
The word "assortment" derives from the French verb assortir (to sort or match), which combines the prefix a- (ad-, meaning "to") and sortir (to sort or go out). The suffix -ment (from Latin -mentum) forms nouns indicating the result or means of an action. Thus, "assortment" literally means "the result of sorting or classifying." Over time, it evolved to emphasize the diversity within a grouped collection.
The store offers a wide assortment of chocolates from around the world.
Her wardrobe contains an eclectic assortment of vintage and modern clothing.
The box held a curious assortment of buttons, coins, and trinkets.
The museum’s exhibit features an assortment of artifacts from ancient civilizations.
He prepared an assortment of snacks for the party guests.