preload
preload — 名詞
1. a program or application that is already on a new computer or device at the time
預載軟體
出廠時已預先安裝的軟體
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.
Kenji 的筆電附帶了幾種他從來沒用過的預載軟體，像是試用版的相片編輯器。
countable: several preloads
The tablet’s preloads included a word processor, a music app, and a map program.
這臺平板電腦的預載軟體包括文書處理、音樂應用程式和地圖程式。
Ada deleted the game preloads to free up storage space for her work files.
Ada 刪掉了遊戲類的預載軟體，好騰出儲存空間放她的工作檔案。
Some preloads are only trial versions that ask you to pay after 30 days.
有些預載軟體只是試用版本，30 天後會要求你付費。
- 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 — 動詞
- 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
預先安裝
出貨前先載入軟體或資料
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.
製造商在筆電出廠前，就把最新的安全軟體預先安裝到所有新機上。
active: preload + [software] + onto + [device]
Erik’s phone came preloaded with translation apps for his trip to Tokyo.
Erik 的手機出廠時已預先安裝了翻譯應用程式，方便他去東京時使用。
passive: be preloaded with [apps]
Reema preloaded the training videos onto the office tablets the day before the workshop.
Reema 在研討會前一天就把訓練影片預先載入辦公室平板電腦。
The navigation system is preloaded with maps of every major highway in Taiwan.
這套導航系統已預先載入臺灣所有主要高速公路的地圖。
Quan preloaded his presentation onto the meeting-room computer an hour before the client arrived.
Quan 在客戶抵達前一小時，就把簡報預先載入會議室電腦。
- 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
預先裝填
運送或使用前先行裝入容器
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.
實驗室技術員在到校的大型疫苗接種活動前，預先將流感疫苗裝入注射器。
preload + [container] + for + [event]
Workers preloaded the metal cargo containers with bags of rice bound for the Philippines.
工人將一大袋一大袋的米預先裝入運往菲律賓的金屬貨櫃。
Hoa preloaded the printer with paper every morning before the office opened.
Hoa 每天早上在辦公室開門前，就會先把紙裝進印表機。
The coffee machine is preloaded with fresh beans each night by the cleaning staff.
這臺咖啡機每天晚上由清潔人員預先裝入新鮮咖啡豆。
James preloaded the dishwasher before the dinner guests arrived so cleanup would be quick.
James 在晚餐客人抵達前就把洗碗機先裝好，這樣飯後清理就快了。
- 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
預先喝酒
出門前先在家喝酒助興
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.
Ada 和她的朋友為了省錢，在家先喝酒再去聽演唱會。
intransitive: preload + location + before + [event]
Marco always preloads on simple food before a long run so he has enough energy.
Marco 在長跑前總會先吃點簡單的食物，這樣才有足夠的體力。
The students preloaded on pizza and soda before the all-night study session began.
學生們在通宵讀書會開始前，先吃了披薩和汽水。
Zayd preloaded on a couple of beers at his apartment before walking to the concert venue.
Zayd 在家先喝了幾瓶啤酒，再走路去演唱會場地。
Eshe suggested they preload on iced tea since the office kitchen would be closed.
Eshe 建議大家先喝點冰茶，反正辦公室廚房那時候不開放。
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.