Heaping Meaning in English
word · lemma: heap
التعريف
Describes something that forms a large, overflowing pile, especially used when talking about a large amount of food or something being piled up higher than the edge of a container or spoon.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Commonly used before measurement words, especially in recipes: 'a heaping spoonful.' Indicates there is extra, more than just 'full.' Usually informal and more common in North American English.
جمل نموذجية
There was a heaping bowl of fruit on the table.
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Add a heaping tablespoon of sugar to the recipe.
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The kids had heaping plates at the buffet; they were so excited.
natural
Can you pass me a heaping scoop of ice cream?
natural
He made a heaping pile of clothes on his bed.
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She gave me a heaping serving of mashed potatoes—more than I could finish.
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