Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stack
noun
/stæk/

Definition
A stack is a collection of items arranged in a specific order, typically with the last item added being the first one to be removed (LIFO – Last In, First Out).

Examples
- She put the books back on the stack.
- The programmer used a stack to manage function calls.
- They built a stack of firewood for the winter.

Meaning
In general usage, a stack refers to a heap or pile of objects placed on top of each other. It can also refer to a structure or arrangement where things are organized vertically or sequentially.

Synonyms
- pile
- heap
- tower
- collection