Meaning of the word memory in English

What does memory mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

memory

US /ˈmem.ər.i/

UK /ˈmem.ər.i/

the faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information

Example:

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She has an excellent memory for faces.

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My grandfather's memory is starting to fade.

Synonym:

recollection remembrance recall retention

something remembered from the past

Example:

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I have fond memories of my childhood.

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The old photograph brought back many memories.

Synonym:

recollection remembrance nostalgia flashback

the part of a computer in which data is stored for rapid access

Example:

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This computer has 16 GB of RAM memory.

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You might need to upgrade your computer's memory for better performance.

Synonym:

RAM storage cache

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