download

English

/ˈdaʊnˌləʊd/, /ˌdaʊnˈləʊd/, /ˈdaʊnˌloʊd/

noun
Definitions
  • A file transfer to the local computer.
  • A file that has been, or will be transferred in this way.

Etymology

Affix from English down (from a higher position to a lower one, hill) + English load.

Origin

English

load

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