Meaning of the word heap in English

What does heap mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

heap

US /hiːp/

UK /hiːp/

an untidy collection of things piled one on top of another

Example:

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There was a heap of clothes on the floor.

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He threw the old newspapers onto the heap.

Synonym:

pile stack mound mass accumulation

a large amount of something

Example:

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She has a whole heap of problems to deal with.

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Thanks a heap for your help!

Synonym:

lot abundance plenty mass load

to put things in a heap or pile

Example:

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She began to heap the dirty dishes in the sink.

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Don't just heap your clothes on the bed.

Synonym:

pile stack accumulate amass collect

to give someone a lot of something, especially praise or criticism

Example:

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They heaped praise on the winning team.

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She heaped scorn on his efforts.

Synonym:

lavish bestow shower load pile

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