Sekirov Dictionary

download

/ˈdaʊnˌloʊd/

verb 6
noun 2
forms 3

verb6

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To transfer data to a given computer from a remote one via a network.
- You can download a trial version of the program for thirty days to determine whether you want to purchase the full version.
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(nonstandard) Synonym of copy: to transfer data to or from removable media.
- When I was your age, there were no flash drives. I needed to download photos to a CD-ROM.
(nonstandard) Synonym of install: to load software forced.
(nonstandard) Synonym of upload: to send data from a given computer to a remote one.
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(Canada) To transfer jurisdiction and responsibility of a government asset or service to a lower level of government.
- In 1997, The Harris government also downloaded a number of social services to municipal governments, including affordable housing. — 2023
To load a gun (especially a muzzle-loader) with less propellant than its designed load.

noun2

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A file transfer to a given computer or device from a remote one through a network connection.
- The download took longer than I expected.
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A file that has been or is intended to be transferred in this way.
- I got the download but it wouldn't work on my computer.

forms

downloaded · downloading · downloads

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