front-end loader
A 'front-end loader' is a versatile machine used in construction, agriculture, and material handling for moving loose materials.
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Definition
B2Construction and Agriculture
(technical)A vehicle with a large bucket at the front for scooping, lifting, and moving materials like soil, gravel, or debris.
Example
- The front-end loader moved the gravel to the construction site.
- Farmers use front-end loaders to handle heavy loads of hay and soil.
C1Machinery
(technical)A tractor or similar machine equipped with a hydraulic bucket on the front for lifting and transporting heavy materials.
Example
- Operators must be trained to use a front-end loader safely.
- The front-end loader's hydraulic system allows for efficient material handling.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "front-end loader":
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