piles
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/paɪlz/
(pile)
heap or stack
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pile' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pila,' where 'pila' meant 'pillar or column.'
Historical Evolution
'pila' transformed into the Old French word 'pile,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pile' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pillar or column,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'heap or accumulation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large accumulation or heap of something.
There are piles of books on the table.
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Noun 2
a medical condition characterized by swollen veins in the rectum or anus, also known as hemorrhoids.
He suffers from piles and needs treatment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42