Meaning & Definition of word "Load"

Load

/loʊd/

noun:

  • 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.

verb:

  • 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.

Etymology

Old English 'ladan' meaning to carry or bring.

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

loader:

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

loading:

The act of placing cargo onto a vehicle.

Slang Meanings of load

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.