# reload

/ɹiˈɫoʊd/ (US) · /ɹɪlˈəʊd/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/reload
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

to put more things into a container or machine that is now empty. You use this when you put more paper in a printer or more data into a computer program.

For teachers: to replenish a container or device with a fresh supply of material; to refresh or re-import data into a computer's memory.

## Examples

- Please reload the printer with more paper.
- If the website does not display correctly, you should reload the page to see the latest updates.
- The software is designed to automatically reload the configuration file whenever a change is detected in the system directory, ensuring zero downtime for the user.

## Usage notes

- The verb is transitive when referring to physical objects or data, but can be used intransitively in computing contexts.

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