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See more synonyms for unload on Thesaurus.com to take the load from; remove the cargo or freight from: to unload a truck; to unload a cart. to remove or discharge (a load , group of people, etc.): to unload passengers. to remove the charge from (a firearm). to relieve of anything burdensome, oppressive, etc.: He unloaded his responsibilities. to get rid of (goods, shares of stock, etc.) by sale in large quantities. Show More
verb (used without object) to unload something. Informal to relieve one's stress by talking, confessing, or the like. Show More
Origin of unload First recorded in
1515–25; un-2 +
load Related forms un·load·er , noun self-un·load·ing , adjective Dictionary.com Unabridged
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Related Words for unload dump ,
disgorge ,
jettison ,
remove ,
discharge ,
unpack ,
off-load ,
disencumber ,
lighten ,
relieve ,
cast ,
unlade ,
void ,
disburden ,
slough ,
discommode ,
rid ,
unburden Examples from the Web for unload Contemporary Examples of unload A punching bag as treasury secretary, Geithner finally gets to unload in ‘Stress Test.’
After the exam, they often invite applicants to unload any mental burdens they might be carrying.
I have the sense that Palin would really like to unload on Mitt and campaign for Newt.
Which is why it was refreshing to see former Utah governor Jon Huntsman unload on rivals for appealing to the fringes.
And if you know you won't be traveling before those miles expire, this is a great way to unload them for a good cause.
Historical Examples of unload I made them unload the drays and carry the loads to firm ground.
In the days of astrology it was customary to unload it upon a star.
Some of them did not unload , but others dumped piles of freight by the docks.
We'll unload in the pool rooms on the Coast, same as we did before.
If it was Esther Tidditt she could unload her cargo of gossip at some other port.
British Dictionary definitions for unload to remove a load or cargo from (a ship, lorry, etc) to discharge (cargo, freight, etc) (tr) to relieve of a burden or troubles (tr) to give vent to (anxiety, troubles, etc) (tr) to get rid of or dispose of (esp surplus goods) (tr) to remove the charge of ammunition from (a firearm) Show More
Derived Forms unloader , noun Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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Word Origin and History for unload v. 1520s, in reference to cargo, from un- (2) + load (v.). Figurative sense (in reference to feelings, etc.) is recorded from 1590s. Related: Unloaded ; unloading .
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