loaded — carrying or containing a large amount of something, especially cargo or ammunition
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: carrying or containing a large amount of something, especially cargo or ammunition
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈloʊdɪd/
Example Sentences
- The bookshelf was loaded with civil service exam prep books.
- My uncle bought a yacht last week — turns out he's completely loaded.
- The police found a loaded gun in the suspect's car.
loaded
ADJECTIVE[/ˈloʊdɪd/]
carrying or containing a large amount of something, especially cargo or ammunition
The truck is fully loaded with boxes for tomorrow's big move.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'load', which evolved from 'lad' meaning 'way' or 'cart-way'. Originally denoted cargo transported along a road; the term expanded from its literal sense of 'bearing a burden' to figurative meanings including 'charged with bullets', 'full of money', and 'containing hidden intentions'.
Breakdown
load (cargo, burden) + -ed (past participle suffix forming adjectives, meaning 'having the quality of'). The root 'load' itself traces to Old English 'lad' (way, path).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The bookshelf was loaded with civil service exam prep books.”
“My uncle bought a yacht last week — turns out he's completely loaded.”
“The police found a loaded gun in the suspect's car.”
“"So, when did you stop copying my homework?" is definitely a loaded question.”
“If I win the lottery, I'll be loaded enough to buy this whole building.”
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