heap

/hiːp/

Definitions

1. noun

a pile of things, especially rubbish or debris

“The heap of trash needed to be disposed of.”

2. verb

to gather or accumulate things in a pile

“The children heaped their toys in the corner.”

3. verb

to pour or throw something in a great quantity

“She heaped praise on the artist’s performance.”

Synonyms

  • mount
  • pile
  • stack

Antonyms

  • clear
  • empty