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Definition of loading

loading

/ˈloʊ.dɪŋ/
load · ing

Plural:loadings
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• noun

1

The action or process of putting cargo, passengers, or materials onto a vehicle, ship, or container.

Example

"The crew completed the loading of the cargo ship ahead of schedule."


2

The process of transferring data or a program from a storage device or network into a computer's memory for execution or display.

Example

"Slow image loading on the website frustrated many mobile users."


3

The application of a mechanical force, weight, or stress to a structure or component.

Example

"Engineers tested the bridge design under extreme wind and traffic loadings."


4

An additional charge added to an insurance premium or investment fund to cover administrative costs, commissions, or higher risk.

Example

"The insurer applied a medical loading to the policy due to the applicant's health history."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loading. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loading
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