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heap

Pronunciation: [hiːp]

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Learn how to use heap in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “abundance”

(noun) a large pile of something. Imagine a big stack of toys or a bunch of leaves all piled up together. That's a heap!

Example

She had a heap of books on her desk that she wanted to read.

Example

There wasn't a heap of food at the party; only a few snacks were available.

Example

Can you help me move this heap of blankets?

Context: “arrangement”

(verb) to put things in a pile. When you gather your toys and place them in a big bunch, you are heaping them.

Example

He heaped the sand into a tall mound for the sandcastle.

Example

She didn't heap her clothes; instead, she carefully hung them in the closet.

Example

Are you going to heap those leaves into a pile?

How to pronounce heap

Pronunciation: [hiːp]

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