piling
|pil/ing|
B2
/ˈpaɪlɪŋ/
(pile)
heap or stack
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pile' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pilum', where 'pilum' meant 'stake'.
Historical Evolution
'pilum' transformed into the Old French word 'pile', and eventually became the modern English word 'pile' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'stake or post', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a heap or stack'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a structural element driven into the ground to support a building or other structure.
The construction workers installed the pilings to support the new bridge.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'pile', meaning to place things one on top of another.
She is piling the books on the shelf.
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