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Meaning of preload | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B1

Definitions

  1. To load in advance (used especially in reference to software installed on a computer prior to sale).
    transitive
  2. To drink (cheaper) alcohol at home before going out socially.
    British, intransitive, slang

Equivalents

Deutsch Vorglühen vorglühen vortrinken

Examples

“My computer came preloaded with wordprocessor software.”
“That nightclub is so expensive. Let's preload at your flat.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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See also

preloaded preloading preloads prelocalize prelocalized prelocate

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