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Stockpiled: meaning, definitions and examples

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stockpiled

 

[ˈstɒkpaɪld ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

supply management

To stockpile means to accumulate a large amount of goods or resources for future use. This can involve gathering supplies in anticipation of increased demand or potential shortages. Stockpiling often occurs in preparation for emergencies, economic downturns, or natural disasters. Organizations and households alike may stockpile essential items like food, water, and medical supplies to ensure preparedness.

Synonyms

accumulate, hoard, store.

Examples of usage

  • During the pandemic, many people stockpiled toilet paper and canned goods.
  • The government advised citizens to stockpile necessary supplies for the hurricane season.
  • Businesses stockpiled raw materials to avoid disruptions in production.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word combines 'stock', which means a supply or amount of something, with 'pile', meaning to stack or gather.
  • It traces back to Middle English, where 'stoken' meant to store or supply.
  • The usage of 'stockpile' became popular during the 20th century, especially related to military supplies.

Economics

  • Businesses may stockpile goods to prepare for increased demand or supply chain disruptions.
  • During economic crises, communities often stockpile essentials like food and fuel to ensure safety and stability.
  • Stockpiling can lead to shortages and inflated prices if everyone tries to gather the same items at once.

Emergency Preparedness

  • Stockpiling supplies is a common practice among families for natural disasters, ensuring they are ready for emergencies.
  • Emergency kits often include essentials like water, food, and first-aid items that are stockpiled to support a household during crises.
  • Many organizations recommend having at least a 72-hour supply of food and water on hand for unexpected situations.

Pop Culture

  • In survival movies, characters often showcase stockpiling skills as a means to thrive in harsh environments.
  • Reality TV shows sometimes feature competitors stockpiling resources to win challenges, introducing strategies about gathering wealth.
  • Stockpiling has appeared in books and games, symbolizing preparation and survival against overwhelming odds.

Translations

Translations of the word "stockpiled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estocado

🇮🇳 संग्रहित

🇩🇪 vorrätig

🇮🇩 disimpan

🇺🇦 запасений

🇵🇱 zgromadzony

🇯🇵 備蓄された

🇫🇷 entreposé

🇪🇸 almacenado

🇹🇷 stoklanmış

🇰🇷 비축된

🇸🇦 مخزون

🇨🇿 skladovaný

🇸🇰 skladovaný

🇨🇳 储存的

🇸🇮 shranjen

🇮🇸 safnað

🇰🇿 жинақталған

🇬🇪 შეკრებილი

🇦🇿 yığılmış

🇲🇽 almacenado

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,064, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.