front load

¹

noun

1. front-end load.

front-load

²

[ adjective fruhnt-lohd; verb fruhnt-lohd ]

verb (used with object)

1. to load or fill from the front:

   Many washing machines are front-loaded.

2. to put in from the front; insert:

   Mounting the washer on a platform makes front-loading the clothes easier.

3. to make (fees, costs, commissions, etc.) applicable at the beginning of a contract, designated period, or the like: Compare back-load.

   The striking teachers prefer to front-load their fringe benefits.

4. to concentrate something at the beginning of a process, period, etc.:

   I foolishly front-loaded all my heaviest courses in the first semester.

   The author front-loads the book with a series of fascinating anecdotes.

adjective

1. Also front-loaded. front-loading.

Word History and Origins

Origin of front load¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Origin of front load²

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Each team pulled approximately equal weights; the front load being divided between two sledges.

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