hoarding

noun6

1. •
   The practice of accumulating goods.

   • But that doesn’t solve harder questions about the hoarding of vaccines, raw materials and patent rights in the west, or the fact that Covax clearly isn’t working as fast as it should. — 2021
2. •
   An anxiety disorder characterized by a compulsive need to accumulate goods and feelings of anxiety or discomfort about discarding such goods.

   • Hoarding can be distressing and dangerous. But it’s not just a matter of ‘too much stuff’ – it’s a complex condition that requires careful, targeted help[.] — 2023
3. •
   (UK, Commonwealth) A billboard.
4. •
   (UK, Australia) A temporary fence-like structure built around building work to add security and prevent accidents to the public.

   • The west side is one massive building site, although it's hard to appreciate what's going on behind all the hoardings. — 2022
5. •
   A good which is hoarded.
6. •
   (historical) A roofed wooden shield placed over the battlements of a castle and projecting from them.