Meaning of the word "short-term memory" in English

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short-term memory

US /ˌʃɔːrt.tɜːrm ˈmem.ər.i/
UK /ˌʃɔːt.tɜːm ˈmem.ər.i/
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Noun

the phase of memory responsible for the temporary storage of information for a few seconds or minutes

Example:
He has a very good short-term memory for names.
Alcohol can significantly impair your short-term memory.