front load

See also: frontload and front-load

English

Alternative forms

• front-load, frontload

Noun

front load (plural front loads)

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see front,‎ load.
2. Something assigned to the early period of a project or a program, especially something burdensome.

   The front load on these mutual funds is a steep five percent.

Related terms

• front loading
• front-loaded