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payload

/ˈpeɪloʊd/

Meaning 1

data sent in a network packet

“The network packet contained a very large payload.”
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Illustration of payload: data sent in a network packet

Meaning 2

The cargo carried by a vehicle or aircraft.

“The rocket's payload included scientific instruments.”
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Illustration of payload: The cargo carried by a vehicle or aircraft.