Definition

A large pile of animal waste, often used as fertilizer or found in farms.

Example

The farmer spread the dungheap over the fields to enrich the soil.

Conversation

I can't believe we found that old dungheap in the backyard.

Yeah, it was really surprising!

I wonder how long it has been there, though.

Probably ages, but it might be useful for the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dungheap → The word is formed from "dung" (from Old English "dung", meaning excrement or manure) and "heap" (from Old English "heape", meaning a pile or mound). A dungheap refers to a pile of excrement, typically used as fertilizer.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'pile' ('heap') of 'excrement' ('dung') — that's what a dungheap is.

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