Definition

A large quantity of goods that can be transported by a truck.

Example

The company received a truckload of supplies for the new project.

Conversation

Did you hear about the truckload of supplies that arrived yesterday?

Yeah, I saw it when I drove by the warehouse!

They said it was enough to last for months.

That's awesome! We should volunteer to help organize everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Truckload → The word is formed from "truck" (from Middle English *troch*, meaning a small wheel or a cart) and "load" (from Old English *lād*, meaning a burden or cargo). Together, they describe the amount of cargo that a truck can carry.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'truck' as a vehicle that carries a 'load' or burden, which helps you remember that a truckload refers to the cargo a truck can transport.

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