boatload

English

/ˈbəʊtˌləʊd/, /ˈboʊtˌloʊd/

noun
Definitions
  • Cargo or passengers that fill a boat.
  • (slang) A large quantity.

Etymology

Affix from English boat + English load.

Origin

English

load

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