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Wordabulary

pile

Pronunciation
Verb B2 Upper-intermediate Also a noun

Quick answer

To place things one on top of another, or to accumulate.

"She piled the books on the shelf."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "She _____ the books on the shelf."

Answer: pile

In your own words, what does "pile" mean?

To place things one on top of another, or to accumulate.

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