Meaning & Definition of word "Load"

Load

/loʊd/

1. A quantity of something that is carried or transported.
- Example: The truck was filled with a heavy load of bricks.
2. A burden or responsibility.
- Example: She felt the load of her responsibilities weighing her down.
3. The amount of electrical power or current required by a circuit or system.
- Example: The electrician calculated the load to ensure the circuit was safe.

1. To put a load onto or into something.
- Example: They need to load the boxes onto the shelves.
2. To fill something with data or information.
- Example: Please load the software onto your computer before using it.
3. To impose a heavy burden or demand.
- Example: The new project will load additional work onto the already busy staff.

Old English 'ladan' meaning to carry or bring.

load off one's mind:

To relieve oneself of a burden or worry.

load up:

To fill something to capacity.

heavy load:

A difficult or challenging burden, often emotionally or physically.

loader:

A person or machine that places cargo onto a transport vehicle.

loading:

The act of placing cargo onto a vehicle.

Meaning: A significant amount of something, often used informally to indicate excess.

Example Sentence: He brought a load of snacks to the party.

Meaning: Used to refer to a state of being intoxicated or overwhelmed by substances.

Example Sentence: After that last drink, I felt completely loaded.