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heap noun 1 a collection of things in an untidy pile or mass. 2 (usually heaps) colloq a large amount or number • heaps of time. 3 colloq something, especially a motor vehicle, that is very old and not working properly. verb (heaped, heaping) tr & intr (also heap something up or heap up) to collect or be collected together in a heap. adverb (heaps) colloq very much • I'm heaps better. heaped adj denoting a spoonful that forms a rounded heap on the spoon.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon héap.
heap something on someone or heap someone with something to give them it in large amounts • He heaped insults on his ex-wife • They were heaped with riches. |
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