Definition

The act of transferring data or files from a local system to a remote system, such as a server or cloud storage.

Example

Uploading the photos to the cloud took longer than I expected.

Conversation

How's your project going?

It's going well, but I have a lot of uploading to do tonight.

I remember that being a hassle, especially with a slow internet connection.

Yeah, it can be frustrating, but I'm almost done!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action of transferring data or files from a local system to a remote system, typically over the internet.

Example

I am uploading the photos to the cloud storage.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, have you finished uploading those photos from the trip?

Not yet, I'm still working on it.

I can't wait to see them once you're done with uploading.

Root Explanation

Uploading → It is formed from "up-" (meaning upward or higher) and "load" (from Old English "ladan", meaning to carry or bring). The word "uploading" means carrying or transferring data to a higher location, typically to a server or cloud.

Memory Tip

Think of sending data 'upward' ('up-') to a place where it can be stored or accessed ('load'). This helps you remember that uploading means transferring data to a higher location.

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