Word Verb
reload
v.
B1 Intermediate US /ɹiˈɫoʊd/ UK /ɹɪlˈəʊd/ reload UK spelling reloaded, reloading, reloads
Definition
v.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.
v.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
The verb is transitive when referring to physical objects or data, but can be used intransitively in computing contexts.
This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated