memory · n
memory (MIND)
C2 the part of your mind that stores what you remember
Dictionary examples:
He recited the poem from memory. (51.4)
in memory of sb
C2 If you do something in memory of a dead person, you do it to show your respect or love for them.
Dictionary examples:
They built a statue in memory of those who died in the fire. (25.7)
a stroll/trip/walk down memory lane
C2 an occasion when you remember some of the good things you did in the past
Dictionary examples:
We were just taking a walk down memory lane and recalling our youth. (42.8)
memory (COMPUTING)
A2 the amount of information that can be stored on a computer or other electronic device
Dictionary examples:
My tablet's memory is full of forgotten passwords! (0.0)
My phone's memory is full of cat photos! (0.0)
I need more memory to store my bad jokes! (0.0)
You need 128 megabytes of memory to run this software. (50.4)
memory (ABILITY TO REMEMBER)
B1 your ability to remember
Dictionary examples:
She has a great memory for gossip, but forgets her own phone number! (0.0)
My grandpa's memory is so bad, he forgot his own birthday party! (0.0)
Her memory is so bad, she forgets her own jokes mid-sentence! (0.0)
You have a good memory. (10.4)
She has an excellent memory for names. (18.4)
memory loss (23.7)
He had a photographic memory. (47.2)
memory (EVENT REMEMBERED)
B1 something that you remember from the past
Dictionary examples:
My most embarrassing memory? Calling my teacher 'Mom' in front of the class! (0.0)
My worst memory? Forgetting to zip up my pants during a job interview! (0.0)
I have a hilarious memory of my dog eating my homework for real! (0.0)
I have vivid memories of that evening. (29.7)
I have very fond memories of that period of my life. (30.7)
That tune really brings back memories. (58.6)