piling

[ pahy-ling ]

noun

1. a mass of building piles considered collectively.
2. a structure composed of piles.

piling

/ ˈpaɪlɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of driving piles
2. a number of piles
3. a structure formed of piles

Word History and Origins

Origin of piling¹

First recorded in 1400–50, piling is from the late Middle English word pylyng; pile ², -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“For months now, aid has been piling up on the Gazan side, after Israeli inspection, waiting for collection and distribution, and we've been taking many measures to assist with the pick-up of aid,” it added.

From BBC

Just as Hojgaard was piling on the pressure, McIlroy produced a stunning approach shot on the 16th to tee up a birdie putt.

From BBC

Not to bring the mood down too much, but the stories are piling up of women killed or maimed because of abortion bans.

From Salon

Refuse is piling up, he argued, because the properties don’t have large enough trash rooms; safety is a heightened concern because residents don’t have sufficient social services.

From Los Angeles Times

With its manufacturing practices under scrutiny, its machinists on strike and losses piling up, Boeing is said to be considering selling parts of its fabled space business.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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