woodpile

noun

wood·​pile ˈwu̇d-ˌpī(-ə)l How to pronounce woodpile (audio)
: a pile of wood (such as firewood)

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Homes with drainage problems, leaky pipes or roofs, or wood in contact with the soil (such as deck posts, woodpiles, or mulch) are particularly attractive to termites. Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 5 June 2026 Avoid climbing on rocks or woodpiles where snakes may be hiding. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026 The reptiles typically hang out under rocks, logs and woodpiles, according to the National Park Service. Don Sweeney april 21, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Walking with Mira Nakashima through her woodpile is like visiting with family. Mo Rocca, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for woodpile

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First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of woodpile was circa 1552

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“Woodpile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/woodpile. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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woodpile

noun
wood·​pile -ˌpīl How to pronounce woodpile (audio)
: a pile of wood and especially firewood
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