memory

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛm(ə)ɹi/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The ability of the brain to record information or impressions with the facility of recalling them later at will.

Example Sentences
  • Memory is a facility common to all animals.
2 Definition

A record of a thing or an event stored and available for later use by the organism.

Example Sentences
  • I have no memory of that event.
3 Definition

The part of a computer that stores variable executable code or data (RAM) or unalterable executable code or default data (ROM).

Example Sentences
  • This data passes from the CPU to the memory.
4 Definition

The time within which past events can be or are remembered.

Example Sentences
  • in recent memory; in living memory
5 Definition

(of a material) which returns to its original shape when heated

Example Sentences
  • Memory metal; memory plastic.
6 Definition

A memorial.

7 Definition

(collective) A term of venery for a social group of elephants, normally called a herd.