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live load

American

[lahyv] / laɪv /

noun

Engineering.

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live load British

/ laɪv /

noun

Also called: superload. a variable weight on a structure, such as moving traffic on a bridge Compare dead load

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Etymology

Origin of live load

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

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Once, this forest on California’s North Coast was replete with the ancient behemoths that can live beyond 2,000 years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

When Regan Sparks was born 23 years ago, she wasn't expected to live beyond her early 40s.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Why do a small number of people live beyond 110 years while most never reach 100?

From Science Daily • Jan. 8, 2026

More than a few people retiring at 65 today will live beyond the age of 95.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 3, 2025

Maybe everyone can live beyond what they’re capable of.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak

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