autoloader
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autoloader (plural autoloaders)
- (military) A mechanical device that loads ordnance into weapons such as tanks and artillery that would otherwise be loaded by a dedicated crew.
- (computing) A mechanical device that automatically loads storage media (such as tapes or disks) into the device that can read them.
- (programming) A software mechanism that automatically locates and loads classes etc. as required at run time.
- (firearms) A semi-automatic firearm.
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