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cache

The browser stores frequently accessed data in its cache.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • (Computing) A specialized, high-speed data storage layer: A "cache" is a hardware or software component that stores data so that future requests for that data can be served faster. The data stored in a cache might be the result of an earlier computation or a copy of data stored elsewhere.
    • A hidden store of valuable items: A "cache" is a collection of items, such as money, food, or weapons, that has been hidden or stored away in a secret place for future use.
    • The secret hiding place itself: A "cache" is the actual concealed location where valuables or provisions are stored.

  2. Verb:

    • To store data or items in a hidden or high-speed storage: To "cache" means to place something into a cache, either by hiding it for later retrieval or by storing it in a computing cache to improve performance.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Computing):

    • Clearing your browser's cache can often fix website loading issues.
    • The processor has a very fast cache to reduce memory access times.

  • Noun (Hidden Store):

    • The explorers found a cache of supplies left by a previous expedition.
    • Police discovered a cache of illegal weapons in the basement.

  • Verb:

    • The application caches your login credentials for convenience.
    • Squirrels cache nuts to eat during the winter months.
Advanced Usage

  • "Cache memory": The specific high-speed memory in a computer's CPU.

    • The new chip design features a larger L3 cache memory.

  • "To have a cache of something": To possess a hidden or valuable collection.

    • The museum has a cache of rare manuscripts that are not on public display.

  • "Web cache": A system for the temporary storage of web documents to reduce bandwidth usage and server load.

    • A content delivery network uses a global web cache to serve data faster.
Variants and Related Words

  • Caching (n/gerund): The process of storing data in a cache.

    • Data caching is essential for modern application performance.

  • Cacheable (adj): Describing data that is suitable for storage in a cache.

    • Static images are highly cacheable assets.
Synonyms
  • Store/Hoard (for hidden items): A collected supply hidden away.
  • Buffer/Reservoir (in computing): A temporary holding area for data.
  • Stash: A secret store of something (informal).
Related Phrasal Verbs/Phrases

  • Cache away: To store something securely and secretly.

    • He cached away his savings in a box under the floorboards.

  • Cache in: (Computing) To load or place data into a cache.

    • The system will cache the most frequently accessed files.
Related Idioms
  • "A cache of information": A valuable or extensive collection of knowledge or data.
    • The veteran journalist was a cache of information about the city's political history.
cache

The browser stores frequently accessed data in its cache.

Noun
  1. (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics
  2. a secret store of valuables or money
  3. a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons)
Verb
  1. save up as for future use

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