unload

/ˈuːnˌloʊd/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or discharge something from a vehicle, ship, or aircraft

“The movers had to unload the heavy furniture from the truck.”

2. verb

to remove or release something from a container or storage area

“She had to unload the dirty dishes from the dishwasher.”

3. verb

to remove or reduce a burden, responsibility, or weight

“The company had to unload some of its assets to avoid bankruptcy.”

4. noun

the act of removing or discharging something from a vehicle, ship, or aircraft

“The unloading of the cargo took several hours.”

5. noun

the act of removing or releasing something from a container or storage area

“The unloading of the dishwasher is usually done by the kitchen staff.”

Synonyms

  • discharge
  • offload
  • release
  • remove

Antonyms

  • load
  • load up