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stockpile

 

[ ˈstɒkˌpaɪl ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in emergency situations

A large accumulated stock of goods or materials, especially one held in reserve for use at a time of shortage or emergency.

Synonyms

cache, hoard, reserve, stash

Examples of usage

  • The government has a stockpile of medical supplies for emergencies.
  • The company has a stockpile of resources to withstand economic downturns.
Context #2 | Verb

in preparation for future use

To accumulate a stockpile of goods or materials for future use or emergency situations.

Synonyms

accumulate, amass, gather, hoard

Examples of usage

  • The country stockpiled weapons in preparation for war.
  • She stockpiled food in her pantry for the winter.

Translations

Translations of the word "stockpile" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estoque

🇮🇳 भंडार

🇩🇪 Vorrat

🇮🇩 persediaan

🇺🇦 запас

🇵🇱 zapas

🇯🇵 備蓄

🇫🇷 stock

🇪🇸 acopio

🇹🇷 stok

🇰🇷 비축

🇸🇦 مخزون

🇨🇿 zásoba

🇸🇰 zásoba

🇨🇳 储备

🇸🇮 zaloga

🇮🇸 birgðir

🇰🇿 қор

🇬🇪 მარაგი

🇦🇿 ehtiyat

🇲🇽 acopio

Etymology

The word 'stockpile' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'stock' (meaning a supply of goods) and 'pile' (meaning a heap or mass of something). The concept of stockpiling has been prevalent throughout history, particularly in times of war or crisis, to ensure a reserve of essential resources. Stockpiling can serve as a strategic measure to mitigate risks and uncertainties.

See also: restock, restocking, stock, stocked, stockholder, stocking, stockings, stockpiling, stockroom, stocks, stocky.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,568, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.