carbo-load

verb

car·bo-load | \ ˈkär-bō-ˌlōd

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carbo-loaded; carbo-loading; carbo-loads

Definition of carbo-load

intransitive verb

: to consume a large amount of carbohydrates through food intake usually in order to improve performance in an upcoming athletic event (such as a marathon)

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The first known use of carbo-load was in 1983

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carbo-load

intransitive verb

car·bo-load | \ ˈkär-ˌbō-ˈlōd

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Medical Definition of carbo-load

: to consume foods high in carbohydrates especially in preparation for an activity (such as distance running) that requires long-lasting energy and endurance

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