load

/lˈə‍ʊd/

/ˈɫoʊd/

[verb] [noun]

to load

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to put a large number of people or things into a container, vehicle, etc.

synonyms : lade

laden

load up

provide (a device) with something necessary

synonyms : charge

corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones

synonyms : adulterate

debase

dilute

stretch

put (something) on a structure or conveyance

to move data or a program from a local storage device into the memory of a computer

Load

[NOUN]

something heavy that is carried or transported

synonyms : burden

a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time

synonyms : loading

goods carried by a large vehicle

synonyms : cargo

an onerous or difficult concern

synonyms : burden

encumbrance

incumbrance

onus

the power output of a generator or power plant

an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate

the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents

synonyms : payload

warhead

electrical device to which electrical power is delivered

a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks

synonyms : lode

Examples

1. The U.S. tax code now loads the dice in favor of private pension plans.

2. The blackberry bushes in our backyard were loaded with plump, juicy fruits.

3. He loaded the paper tray of the printer with fresh sheets.

4. Get a load of that dress Mag!

Nearby words

llama

lizard

living room

living accommodations