memory-hungry
|mem-o-ry-hun-gry|
B2
/ˈmɛməri ˌhʌŋɡri/
high memory demand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'memory-hungry' originates from the combination of 'memory' and 'hungry', where 'memory' refers to the computer's storage capacity and 'hungry' implies a strong need or desire.
Historical Evolution
'memory-hungry' evolved from the increasing demands of modern software on computer resources, particularly memory.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to programs that used more memory than average, but now it often implies inefficiency in resource usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a program or application that requires a large amount of memory to function effectively.
The new software update is quite memory-hungry, causing older computers to slow down.
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Last updated: 2025/03/02 00:10