preload
preload — noun
1. a program or application that is already on a new computer or device at the time
a program or application that is already on a new computer or device at the time of purchase, so the user can start using it right away
Kenji’s laptop came with several preloads he never opened, like a trial photo editor.
countable: several preloads
The tablet’s preloads included a word processor, a music app, and a map program.
Ada deleted the game preloads to free up storage space for her work files.
Some preloads are only trial versions that ask you to pay after 30 days.
- bundled software
stresses that the software is included as part of the purchase package
- bloatware
informal, negative connotation — preloads that the user does not want and that take up space
- pre-installed application
more formal, used in technical documentation
- downloadable software
software the user must obtain and install separately
用法筆記
Often appears in the plural form (preloads). The compound noun ‘pre-installed software’ is more common in everyday speech.
常見錯誤
preload — verb
- preloadpresent simple I / you / we / they
- preloads3rd person singular
- preloading-ing form
- preloadedpast simple
1. to put software, data, or files onto a computer or device before it is given to
to put software, data, or files onto a computer or device before it is given to the user, so that everything is ready when they first use it
The manufacturer preloads the latest security software onto new laptops before they leave the factory.
active: preload + [software] + onto + [device]
Erik’s phone came preloaded with translation apps for his trip to Tokyo.
passive: be preloaded with [apps]
Reema preloaded the training videos onto the office tablets the day before the workshop.
The navigation system is preloaded with maps of every major highway in Taiwan.
Quan preloaded his presentation onto the meeting-room computer an hour before the client arrived.
- install
broader — can happen at any time, not necessarily before first use
- pre-install
more formal, interchangeable in computing contexts
- set up
informal, often includes configuring settings, not just loading data
文法句型
preload + [software] + onto + [device]
be preloaded with + [software]
preload + [device] + with + [software]
用法筆記
Frequently used in the passive voice. When active, the direct object can be either the software (preload the app onto the phone) or the device (preload the phone with the app).
常見錯誤
2. to put something into a container or holder before the container is moved, trans
to put something into a container or holder before the container is moved, transported, or used at a different location
The lab technician preloaded the syringes for the mass vaccination event at the school.
preload + [container] + for + [event]
Workers preloaded the metal cargo containers with bags of rice bound for the Philippines.
Hoa preloaded the printer with paper every morning before the office opened.
The coffee machine is preloaded with fresh beans each night by the cleaning staff.
James preloaded the dishwasher before the dinner guests arrived so cleanup would be quick.
- fill in advance
less technical, explains the meaning clearly
- pack beforehand
informal, used for travel or moving contexts
- stock
broader — implies putting a supply of something into a space for future use
文法句型
preload + [container] + with + [content]
preload + [content] + into + [container]
be preloaded with + [content]
用法筆記
The direct object can be either the container (preload a syringe) or the contents (preload the vaccine into a syringe). Both patterns are common. Frequently used in medical, logistics, and industrial contexts.
常見錯誤
3. to consume food or drink — most often alcohol — at home before going to a social
to consume food or drink — most often alcohol — at home before going to a social event, usually because it is cheaper or to get into a sociable mood beforehand
Ada and her friends preloaded at home before the concert to save money.
intransitive: preload + location + before + [event]
Marco always preloads on simple food before a long run so he has enough energy.
The students preloaded on pizza and soda before the all-night study session began.
Zayd preloaded on a couple of beers at his apartment before walking to the concert venue.
Eshe suggested they preload on iced tea since the office kitchen would be closed.
文法句型
preload (no object)
preload on + [food/drink]
用法筆記
Intransitive — takes no direct object. Use ‘preload on [food/drink]’ to specify what is consumed. This sense is informal and more common in British English; American English uses ‘pregame’ instead.