piles

noun
UK /paɪlz/
US /paɪlz/

Piles are lots of things put together in a heap.

There were piles of leaves in the yard.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A painful swelling near the bottom, also called hemorrhoids.

The doctor said his piles would get better with medicine.

3. Large amounts of something, like money or work.

She has piles of homework to finish tonight.

4. A soft thick mass of fabric or fur.

The old rug had a deep pile that felt soft.