Stockpile (verb)

1. Accumulate a large quantity of (something) over a period of time, typically for future use.
2. Store (something) in large quantities for future use.

Origin:

Mid 17th century: from stock in the sense "supply of goods" + pile "a heap".

Examples:

1. The country stockpiled weapons in preparation for war.
2. They stockpiled food and water in case of an emergency.
3. Companies stockpiled raw materials to ensure they would not run out.
4. He stockpiled his money in a savings account.
5. The government has been stockpiling vaccines for distribution.