English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

downloading

down-LOH-dihng
noun
1
The process of transferring a file from a remote source to your device.
"Downloading the update took almost an hour on slow wifi."

How to Use Downloading

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ongoing act of pulling a file onto your device from the internet.

Word Forms

downloadings plural

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “downloading” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the Gap

Can you complete this real example?

_____ the update took almost an hour on slow wifi.

Rhymes for downloading

See all rhymes for downloading →
Definitions: FreeDict original editorial