load

Definition

  • noun: something that is lifted and carried
  • noun: the quantity that can be carried at one time by a specified means
  • verb: to put an amount of something in or on (something)
  • verb: to put a load in or on
  • often used in combination
  • synonyms: weight, burden, lading

Examples

  • There's a lot of work to be done, and you have to carry/bear your share of the 'load'. [=you have to do your share of the work]

  • The good news has really 'taken a load off my mind'. [=has allowed me to stop worrying; has made me feel relieved]

  • I wish there were some way I could help lift this 'load' [='weight, burden'] from his shoulders.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Do what poor Alfredo taught you. And God bless you. Thank you, Father. What is this, a funeral? Life goes on! Gaiety! Music! Get a load of that! Our Father-- My God, they're kissing! l won't watch pornography. Three cheers for Ciccio! Any room for me (..)
    1988 Cinema Paradiso
  • (..) Shipping invoice for the film. Always keep them. l will, Alfredo. Don't ever forget. This is for you. Today you load the reels yourself. - lt's so high! - Now you can run it alone. Hold it. - What a build! - My turn! (..)
    1988 Cinema Paradiso