noun
Meaning 1
Nonstandard spelling of pile-on.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, nonstandard
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Phrase guide
pile on
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verb
Meaning 2
To jump on top of someone or something quickly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: ambitransitive
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verb
Meaning 3
To criticize someone or something in a concerted effort; to add on some additional critique.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: ambitransitive, figuratively
Examples
- OK, OK, they've already gotten the constructive criticism. Now you're just piling on.
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verb
Meaning 4
To unnecessarily extend the margin of a winning score.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: figuratively, intransitive
Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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verb
Meaning 5
To add or apply in great quantities.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal, transitive
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History
Etymology
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