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Wordabulary

load

Pronunciation
Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

An amount of something being carried, or a burden of work or responsibility.

"The truck carried a heavy load of gravel."

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Which word fits the gap? "The truck carried a heavy _____ of gravel."

Answer: load

In your own words, what does "load" mean?

An amount of something being carried, or a burden of work or responsibility.

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