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download
[doun-lohd]
verb (used with object)
to transfer (software, data, character sets, etc.) from a distant to a nearby computer, from a larger to a smaller computer, or from a computer to a peripheral device.
noun
software, data, etc., that has been downloaded.
the best free music downloads.
the act or process of downloading.
download
/ ˈ岹ʊˌəʊ /
verb
to copy or transfer (data or a program) into the memory of one computer system from a larger one
to broadcast specialist programmes, for such groups as doctors, outside normal broadcasting hours. They are often recorded on video tapes and viewed later Compare upload
to delegate or assign (work, responsibilities, costs, etc) to a someone at a lower level of an organization; off-load
noun
a file transferred onto a computer from another computer or the internet
download
To transfer data or programs from a server or host computer to one's own computer or digital device.
Compare upload
Other Word Forms
- ˌǷɲˈDz岹 adjective
Example Sentences
Shan Saunders, the senior crown prosecutor on the case, said it was "unusual to have a phone that when downloaded contains so much information".
The master tapes were unlocked, and Sahanaja said he downloaded the tracks and unconnected song fragments, aware that he was handling the very material that had nearly driven its author mad.
The charity is also asking those who want to help to download the BanktheFood app, which keeps track of exactly what products are needed.
Given the spotty, sometimes nonexistent cellphone reception, you must download a map of the area.
It attracted an initial wait list of around 300,000 people before becoming available to anyone who downloaded the service’s app, a company spokesperson said in January.
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