Unladen: meaning, definitions and examples

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unladen

 

[ ʌnˈleɪdən ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

without load

Unladen describes something that is not carrying a load or burden. It is often used to refer to vehicles or animals that are not loaded with cargo.

Synonyms

bare, empty, light, unloaded

Examples of usage

  • The unladen truck drove down the road easily.
  • The horse was unladen after a long day of work.
  • An unladen ship floated lightly in the harbor.

Translations

Translations of the word "unladen" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descarregado

🇮🇳 बिना भार

🇩🇪 unbeladen

🇮🇩 tanpa beban

🇺🇦 незавантажений

🇵🇱 bez ładunku

🇯🇵 荷物のない

🇫🇷 déchargé

🇪🇸 sin carga

🇹🇷 yüke sahip olmayan

🇰🇷 짐 없는

🇸🇦 غير محمل

🇨🇿 nezatížený

🇸🇰 nezaložený

🇨🇳 未装载

🇸🇮 neobremenjen

🇮🇸 óhætt

🇰🇿 жүктелмеген

🇬🇪 შეკრული არ არის

🇦🇿 yük daşımayan

🇲🇽 sin carga

Etymology

The word 'unladen' originates from Middle English 'unladen,' which combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle 'laden,' which comes from the Old English 'ladian,' meaning 'to carry or load.' This construction has been in use since the 14th century, reflecting the idea of something that is free from a load or burden. The term has historically been used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, describing not only physical objects that are not burdened but also situations or states of being that are devoid of additional weight or responsibility. Over time, 'unladen' has found its place in various contexts including literature, transportation, and everyday language, often evoking imagery of freedom and lightness.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,468 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.