off-load

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Definition of off-load word

verb off-load to get rid of (something unpleasant or burdensome), as by delegation to another 0

before 1840

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1840-50

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

break bulk — of or relating to packaged cargo, usually manufactured goods, that is marked for individual consignees and has to be loaded and unloaded piece by piece at each point of transfer. Compare bulk1 (def 3), containerization.
carried away — to take or support from one place to another; convey; transport: He carried her for a mile in his arms. This elevator cannot carry more than ten people.
carry away — to remove forcefully
discharge — to relieve of a charge or load; unload: to discharge a ship.
get away — to receive or come to have possession, use, or enjoyment of: to get a birthday present; to get a pension.