onload
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈɒnloʊd/
KK: /ˈɒnloʊd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To load something, such as a vehicle or container, usually with goods or materials.
Example
The truck will onload the supplies before heading to the delivery site.
Tense Forms
Past: onloaded
Past Participle: onloaded
Conversation
Hey, do you know when we can onload the supplies for the trip?
I think we should do it early in the morning to avoid the heat.
That sounds like a plan. Should we meet around 7?
Yeah, that way we can get everything onload and get going!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
load
unload
pack
Antonyms
empty
unpack
discharge
transitive verb
Definition
To load something onto a vehicle or into a container.
Example
The workers will onload the goods onto the truck.
Tense Forms
Past: onloaded
Past Participle: onloaded
Conversation
Did you see how they onload the boxes into the truck yesterday?
Yeah, it was impressive to watch them work so quickly.
I wonder how long it takes to onload all their supplies for an event.
Root Explanation
Onload → The word is formed from "on" (meaning in a position of contact with) and "load" (from Old English "lād", meaning a burden or cargo). The term "onload" refers to the event that occurs when something is loaded or ready for use, particularly in computing contexts.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'in contact with' ('on') a 'burden' or 'cargo' ('load') — that's why onload refers to the moment something is ready after being loaded.
Visually Confused Words
unload
wagonload
load