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Loader

/ˈloʊ.dər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person or device that loads goods or materials.

    "The loader efficiently filled the truck with boxes for delivery."
  2. 2

    In computing, a program that loads other programs or data into memory.

    "The software loader is essential for initializing the application."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'loader' originates from the verb 'load', which comes from the Old English 'hladan', meaning 'to load or burden'. The suffix '-er' denotes an agent or doer, thus 'loader' refers to one who loads, a meaning that has evolved with technological advancements to include various contexts such as computing and machinery.

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