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How to pronounce download
Say it like this: /ˈdaʊnˌloʊd/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does download mean?
nounA file transfer to a given computer or device from a remote one through a network connection.
“The download took longer than I expected.”
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.”
verbTo 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.”
Synonym of upload: to send data from a given computer to a remote one.
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.”
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