loading
/ˈləʊ.dɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: loadings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The process by which something is loaded.
Noun
Examples
The loading of hazardous cargoes is not permitted.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A load, especially in the engineering and electrical engineering senses of force exerted, or electrical current or power supplied.
Noun
Examples
I need to recheck the loadings on the external walls.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “loading” mean?
The process by which something is loaded.
Is “loading” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.