unload
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.
to unload something.
Informal. to relieve one's stress by talking, confessing, or the like.
Origin of unload
1Other words from unload
- un·load·er, noun
- self-un·load·ing, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for unload
/ (ʌnˈləʊd) /
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)
Derived forms of unload
- unloader, noun
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