RAM
|RAM|
B2
/ræm/
memory or forceful impact
Etymology
Etymology Information
'RAM' originates from the English word 'ram', which has been used since the 15th century to describe a male sheep.
Historical Evolution
'RAM' as 'Random Access Memory' was coined in the 20th century with the advent of computer technology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'ram' referred to a male sheep, but in modern usage, it also refers to a type of computer memory.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
random Access Memory, a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly.
The computer's performance improved after upgrading the RAM.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45