Meaning & Definition
verb
Past tense of load; to place a load on or into something.
He loaded the gun and prepared for the hunt.
To cause a weight to be carried or to fill something.
She loaded up her plate with food during the buffet.
adjective
Carrying a large quantity of something; filled or packed.
The truck was loaded with crates of fresh produce.
Having a lot of money; wealthy.
After the sale of his company, he became loaded overnight.
Full of something, especially with emotional or symbolic significance.
The song is loaded with nostalgia for simpler times.
Etymology
From the verb 'load' + 'ed', indicating that something is filled or burdened.
Common Phrases and Expressions
loaded question:
A question that contains a controversial or unjustified assumption.
loaded dice:
Dice that are tampered with to favor one outcome.
loaded with information:
Having a lot of detailed information.
Slang Meanings
Intoxicated, especially from alcohol or drugs.
After a few drinks, he was totally loaded.
Rich or affluent.
Don’t expect him to help; he’s loaded.