bank up
The phrase "bank up" has versatile uses, commonly referring to piling or accumulating materials, especially in natural settings.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To form something into a mound or pile, often to provide support or protection.
Example
- The snow had banked up against the wall during the storm.
- They banked up sandbags to protect the area from flooding.
B2Resource Management
(common)To accumulate or save resources gradually for future use.
Example
- Farmers bank up grains to prepare for the winter months.
B2Fire Management
(specific)To cover a fire with ashes or other material to make it burn more slowly.
Example
- They banked up the fire before going to bed to keep it burning through the night.
Similar
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