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Heap (Verb)

Fill to overflow; "heap the platter with potatoes".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Bestow in large quantities; "He heaped him with work"; "She heaped scorn upon him".

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

The mayor heaped praise upon the local artist for his outstanding contributions to the community.
The boss heaped more responsibility on her already overflowing workload.
The team heaped criticism on the coach for his questionable game strategies.
She heaped blame on her sister for ruining the family's Thanksgiving dinner.
The media heaped attention on the small town after it won the national championship.

Arrange in stacks; "heap firewood around the fireplace"; "stack your books up on the shelves".