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unload
verb un·load \ˌən-ˈlōd\
: to remove something (such as cargo) from a truck, ship, etc.
: to allow (someone) to leave a train, ship, etc.
: to get rid of (something or someone) quickly
Full Definition of UNLOAD
transitive verb
1
a (1) : to take off : deliver (2) : to take the cargo from <unload the truck> b : to give outlet to : pour forth <unloaded her bitter feelings>
2
: to relieve of something burdensome, unwanted, or oppressive <unloaded the pack animals> <unloaded himself to his friend>
3
: to draw the charge from <unloaded the gun>
4
: to sell or dispose of especially in large quantities : dump
5
: to hit or propel with a great release of power <unloaded his ninth homer>
intransitive verb
1
: to perform the act of unloading
2
: to release or deliver something especially with power <unloaded on the ball>
3
: to give forth a usually sudden angry outburst <the coach unloaded on his players>
— un·load·er noun
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First Known Use of UNLOAD
1523
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Rhymes with UNLOAD
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UNLOAD Defined for Kids
unload
verb un·load \ˌən-ˈlōd\
un·load·edun·load·ing
Definition of UNLOAD for Kids
1
: to take away or off : remove <Workers unloaded cargo.>
2
: to take a load from <Help me unload the car.>
3
: to get rid of or be freed from a load or burden <The ship is unloading.>
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