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Meaning of stockpiling
The act of accumulating and storing something, especially food or supplies, for future use.
Etymology of stockpiling
The word "stockpiling" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the words "stock" (meaning a store or supply) and "piling" (meaning to accumulate or heap up).
Historically, the term referred to the practice of accumulating and storing supplies, such as food, water, and other essential resources, for future use, especially in times of war, famine, or other emergencies.
Synonyms
hoarding
accumulating
amassing
collecting
gathering
storing
saving
conserving
reserving
retaining
holding
keeping
laying in
setting aside
putting away
stashing
caching
depositing
warehousing
storing up
laying up
putting by
saving up
conserving resources
accumulating supplies
building up reserves
building up stock
laying in provisions
setting aside for future use
Definitions
- The act of accumulating and storing a large quantity of something, especially food or supplies, for future use.
- * The practice of building up and maintaining a reserve of something, such as a stockpile of food, water, or other essential resources.
Usage Examples
- The government has been stockpiling emergency supplies, including food, water, and medical equipment, in case of a natural disaster.
- * The company has been stockpiling inventory in anticipation of a surge in demand during the holiday season.
- * The farmer has been stockpiling hay and grain to feed his livestock during the winter months.
Antonyms
depleting
using up
exhausting
consuming
wasting
squandering
dissipating
dispersing
scattering
disposing of
getting rid of
discarding
abandoning
relinquishing
surrendering
releasing
letting go
giving up