verb

offload

of-LOHD

Offload (verb) means to remove a load or cargo from a vehicle. Example: “The crew offloaded the containers at the dock.”

verb

To remove a load or cargo from a vehicle.

"The crew offloaded the containers at the dock."

To get rid of unwanted tasks, responsibilities, or items by passing them to someone or something else.

"She offloaded some of her workload onto a new hire."

"He offloaded his old furniture on an online marketplace."

How to use offload

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo unload cargo, or more generally, to pass off a task, burden, or unwanted item to someone else.

Common pairings

offload work offload cargo offload responsibility

Word forms

offloaded past tense, offloads plural, offloads singular

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Etymology

From off plus load.

Synonyms

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unload unlade

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Rhymes for offload

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Frequently asked questions

What does “offload” mean?

The word “offload” means to remove a load or cargo from a vehicle. In plain terms, to unload cargo, or more generally, to pass off a task, burden, or unwanted item to someone else.

How do you pronounce “offload”?

“Offload” is pronounced of-LOHD (/ˌɑfˈloʊd/ in IPA).

How do you use “offload” in a sentence?

Here is “offload” used in a sentence: “The crew offloaded the containers at the dock.”

What part of speech is “offload”?

“Offload” is a verb.

How many meanings does “offload” have?

“Offload” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to remove a load or cargo from a vehicle.

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