cache (n.)

  1. a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons)

  2. a secret store of valuables or money

    [ Syn: hoard , stash ]

  3. (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

    [ Syn: memory cache ]

    cache (v.)

  1. save up as for future use

    [ Syn: hoard , stash , lay away , hive up , squirrel away ]

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