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down⋅load

[doun-lohd]
–verb (used with object) Computers.
to transfer (software, data, character sets, etc.) from a distant to a nearby computer, from a larger to a smaller computer, or from a computer to a peripheral device.

Origin:
down 1 + load
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down·load   (doun'lōd')   
tr.v.   down·load·ed, down·load·ing, down·loads
  1. To unload: download cargo from a transport aircraft.

  2. Computer Science To transfer (data or programs) from a server or host computer to one's own computer or device.

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download   (doun'lōd')  Pronunciation Key 
To transfer data or programs from a server or host computer to one's own computer or digital device. Compare upload.
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