# heaps

/ˈhips/ (US) · /hˈiːps/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/heaps
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a large amount or a lot of something. It is a very casual way to say you have plenty of things, like 'heaps of time' or 'heaps of money'.

For teachers: a large quantity or a great number of something. Frequently used in the plural to indicate abundance ('heaps of donations').

## Examples

- Don't worry, we still have heaps of time before the movie starts.
- The charity received heaps of donations after the local news reported on their empty food pantry.
- While the initial proposal faced heaps of criticism from the board, the revised version addressed every concern and passed with a unanimous vote during the final session.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in the plural followed by 'of' to mean 'a lot of'.

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