heap on (B2)
phrasal verb
Pronunciation: /hiːp ɒn/
Definition
To give someone a lot of things, such as work, problems, or praise, often more than they can handle.
Examples
The company heaped on the workload, expecting employees to work long hours.
She heaped on the praise, telling him how great his presentation was.
How to Use heap on
- heap on someone (phrasal verb)
- to give someone a lot of things, such as work or problems — "The manager heaped on the employee, giving them too much work to handle."
- heap praise on someone (idiom)
- to give someone a lot of praise or compliments — "The audience heaped praise on the performer, cheering and clapping for more."
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