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loads

n. C / U
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɫoʊdz// UK //lˈəʊdz// loads Informal

n. a large amount or number of something. You use this when you want to say there is plenty of something or more than enough.

n. a large quantity or high number of something. Informal in register; typically functions as a quantifier in the plural form followed by 'of'.


SIMPLE

I have loads of work to do today.

CONTEXTUAL

Don't worry about bringing snacks because there are loads of leftovers from the party last night.

COMPLEX

While the initial proposal received loads of criticism from the local community, the revised version addressed the primary concerns regarding noise and traffic.

Synonyms
Usage

Almost always used in the plural ('loads') when acting as a quantifier. Frequently followed by the preposition 'of' before a noun phrase.

Pitfall

I have a load of friends here.I have loads of friends here.In this informal sense meaning 'many', the plural form 'loads' is the standard idiomatic choice.

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