Definition of "unload" in англійська

Verb

1. To remove the load or cargo from (a vehicle, etc.).

   • to unload a ship
   • to unload a camel

2. To remove (the load or cargo) from a vehicle, etc.

   • to unload bales of hay from a truck

3. To deposit one's load or cargo.

4. To give vent to or express; to unburden oneself of.

   • to unload on someone

5. To remove (something previously loaded) from memory.

6. To discharge, pour, or expel.

7. To get rid of or dispose of.

   • to unload unprofitable stocks

8. To sell or dispose of (something) with the intent to deceive; to attempt to pass off a counterfeit or inferior product as genuine.

9. To reduce the vertical load factor on (an airplane's wing or other lifting surface), typically by pitching downwards toward the ground to decrease angle of attack and reduce the amount of lift generated.

10. To deliver forcefully.

11. To ejaculate, particularly within an orifice.

12. To remove the charge from; to discharge.

    • He unloaded his revolver and put the cartridges away to be reloaded later.
    • He unloaded his revolver on the home invaders.