Load: meaning, definitions and examples

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[loสŠd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

computing

A load refers to the amount of data being transferred over a network or processed by a system at a particular time.

Synonyms

burden, demand, strain.

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Word Description / Examples
load

Used to describe a quantity of items or weight being carried or transported. Often used in contexts involving physical effort or capacity.

  • He carried a heavy load of bricks to the construction site.
  • The truck has a maximum load capacity of five tons.
burden

Implies a weight or responsibility that is difficult to bear. Often used in emotional or psychological contexts.

  • Caring for her elderly parents became a heavy burden for her.
  • He felt the burden of guilt after the incident.
strain

Indicates a state of being stretched to the limit, either physically, mentally, or emotionally. Often has a negative connotation.

  • The long hours of work put a strain on his health.
  • There was a strain in their relationship due to constant arguments.
demand

Refers to a strong request, need, or requirement. Typically used in situations where someone requires immediate attention or action.

  • The manager made a demand for higher productivity from the team.
  • There is a high demand for skilled workers in the tech industry.

Examples of usage

  • The website crashed due to a high load on the server.
  • The load on the network slowed down the internet speed.
Context #2 | Verb

transport

To load means to put goods or passengers onto a vehicle for transportation.

Synonyms

fill, pack, stuff.

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load

Used when talking about placing items into something like a vehicle, machine, or container, especially in large quantities or as part of a process.

  • He needs to load the truck before starting the delivery
  • Please load the laundry into the washing machine
fill

Used when talking about making something full by adding contents to it, often up to the brim.

  • She filled the glass with water
  • I need to fill the form before submitting it
pack

Used when talking about placing items neatly and orderly into containers, especially for travel or storage.

  • She packed her bags for the trip
  • Please pack the fragile items carefully
stuff

Used informally to describe putting a large quantity of something into a tight or confined space, often in a careless or hasty manner. Generally has a casual or sometimes negative connotation.

  • He stuffed his clothes into the suitcase at the last minute
  • She stuffed the cookies into her mouth

Examples of usage

  • The workers loaded the boxes onto the truck.
  • She loaded her luggage onto the airplane.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'load' comes from Old English 'hladan', which means to 'unload' or 'to carry'.
  • It has been used in English texts since before the 1300s, indicating something that is borne or carried.

Physics

  • In physics, the term refers to the weight or force that is applied to an object; this is crucial for understanding structures and engineering.
  • Loads can be static (like a building's weight) or dynamic (like cars driving over a bridge), impacting how structures are designed.

Pop Culture

  • 'Load' is often used in video gaming to refer to the process of opening a game or starting a level.
  • The phrase 'load up' has become popular in various songs and movies, indicating preparation for an adventure or challenge.

Technology

  • In computing, loading refers to the process of transferring data into a system, such as loading a webpage or application from the internet.
  • Load balancing is a crucial aspect of server management, distributing workloads evenly to ensure efficient performance.

Psychology

  • The cognitive load theory suggests that working memory has a limited capacity, and too much information can make learning harder.
  • Managing load, both physical and mental, is essential for our well-being and can affect stress levels and productivity.

Translations

Translations of the word "load" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น carregar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‹เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช laden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memuat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฒะฐะฝั‚ะฐะถัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚adowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท charger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cargar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yรผklemek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋กœ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญู…ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ naฤรญst

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ naฤรญtaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠ ่ฝฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ naloลพiti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hlaรฐa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะบั‚ะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒขแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ แƒ—แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yรผklษ™mษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cargar

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,536, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.