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Definition offload in American English

offload verb

verb
/ɔfˈloʊd/
1

to remove goods from a container or vehicle and put them somewhere else

Synonyms and related words
bill of entry bill of lading cargo
1.1

if a vehicle or ship offloads, the goods that are on it are removed

Synonyms and related words
bill of entry bill of lading cargo
2

to get rid of something that you do not want by giving or selling it to someone else

Example

Retailers sometimes try to offload excess stock in the post-holiday sales.

Synonyms and related words
replace throw away shed
3

to tell someone all your problems and difficulties so that you feel better

Example

I hope I haven't bored you. I just needed to offload.

Synonyms and related words
reveal tell betray
Definition offload in American English