piles
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of piles
C15: from Latin pilae balls (referring to the appearance of external piles)
Example Sentences
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"But reefs aren't just piles of shells or skeletons," says Dr. Esquivel-Muelbert.
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
At the lower Rangpo area, close to the Teesta River, only a mosque remains, surrounded by piles of sand, some reaching the height of its roof.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
“If you’re gardening or working around wood piles or bushes, check the area first,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
Field voles, hedgehogs and other ground‑nesting species rely on dense vegetation, leaf piles and scrub for shelter during the colder months.
From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026
Piles and piles of regret, guilt, and grief spill over, a torrent I can’t stop.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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