load

noun B2

Meaning

A load refers to the amount of weight or burden that is carried or supported by something, often used in contexts such as transportation, construction, or emotional stress.
💡 Common mistake: Confusing "load" with "lode," which refers to a source of wealth or mineral deposit.

Example Sentences

How much load can this bridge safely carry ?
The truck carried a heavy load across the bridge safely .
The truck carried a heavy load across the bridge .
The truck carried a heavy load to the construction site .

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