Preload

noun, verb, slang

noun, verb, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The end diastolic pressure that stretches the right or left ventricle of the heart to its greatest geometric dimensions under variable physiologic demand. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    The internal application of stress to certain mechanical systems. countable, uncountable

    "The preload itself should be tightened gradually. Many older threadless headsets suspend their preload bolts within soft plastic caps; they sink right through easily enough."

Verb
  1. 1
    To load in advance (used especially in reference to software installed on a computer prior to sale). transitive

    "My computer came preloaded with wordprocessor software."

  2. 2
    To drink (cheaper) alcohol at home before going out socially. British, intransitive, slang

    "That nightclub is so expensive. Let's preload at your flat."

Synonyms

All synonyms
foreloadforeloadpre-drinkpregamepregamepregaming

Example

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"My computer came preloaded with wordprocessor software."

Etymology

From pre- + load.

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