Main Entry:

un·load

Pronunciation:

\ˌən-ˈlōd\

Function:

verb

Date:

1523

transitive verb

1 a (1): to take off : deliver (2): to take the cargo from <unload the truck> b: to give outlet to : pour forth <unloaded her bitter feelings>2: to relieve of something burdensome, unwanted, or oppressive <unloaded the pack animals> <unloaded himself to his friend>3: to draw the charge from <unloaded the gun>4: to sell or dispose of especially in large quantities : dump5: to hit or propel with a great release of power <unloaded his ninth homer>intransitive verb1: to perform the act of unloading2: to release or deliver something especially with power <unloaded on the ball>3: to give forth a usually sudden angry outburst <the coach unloaded on his players>

— un·load·er noun