Definition

A quantity of goods or people that can be transported in a car, often used in shipping or transportation contexts.

Example

The truck delivered a carload of furniture to the new house.

Conversation

Did you see how many people we can fit in one carload for the trip?

Yeah, it looks like we can take everyone if we pack smart!

I just hope we have enough snacks for the whole carload.

Definitely! I'll bring some extra just in case.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carload → It is formed from "car" (from Latin *carrus*, meaning a wheeled vehicle) and "load" (from Old English *ladan*, meaning to carry or to load). The word "carload" refers to the amount that a car can carry or hold in terms of cargo.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'car' as a vehicle that 'carries' a 'load' — that's why a carload means the amount a car can carry.

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