Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pileup
noun
/ˈpaɪlˌʌp/
Definition
A pileup refers to a situation where multiple objects, often vehicles, crash into one another, forming a chaotic heap.
Examples
- After the heavy snowfall, a pileup occurred on the highway involving ten cars.
- The accountant faced a pileup of paperwork just as the tax season began.
- During the game, there was a pileup of players at the goal line.
Meaning
In a broader sense, pileup can also refer to any accumulation or gathering of items or responsibilities, creating a congested or overwhelming situation.
Synonyms
- collision
- crash
- stack
- accumulation
- overload
