“Load” or “Lode” or “Lowed”

Overview

load / lode / lowed are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

load: (noun) weight to be borne or conveyed. (noun) a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time. (noun) an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate. (noun) the power output of a generator or power plant. (noun) electrical device to which electrical power is delivered. (verb) fill or place a load on. (verb) provide (a device) with something necessary. (verb) transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory. (verb) put (something) on a structure or conveyance. (verb) corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones.

lode: (noun) a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks.

lowed: NA

Pronunciation

load: l·OW·d

lode: l·OW·d

lowed: NA

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