payloader

American

[pey-loh-der] / ˈpeɪˌloʊ dər /

noun

a heavy, wheeled vehicle with a large, movable blade or scoop at the front.

Etymology

Origin of payloader

First recorded in 1950–55; payload + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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The injured worker had been driving a payloader to move earth and debris when it was apparently hit from behind, sending the man about 15 feet to the ground.

From New York Times • Feb. 11, 2011

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