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memory-independent

|mem-o-ry-in-de-pen-dent|

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/ˈmɛməri ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/

not reliant on memory

Etymology
Etymology Information

'memory-independent' originates from the combination of 'memory' and 'independent', where 'memory' refers to the ability to store and recall information, and 'independent' means not relying on something else.

Historical Evolution

'memory' and 'independent' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, but the compound form 'memory-independent' is a modern term used in technology and cognitive sciences.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'memory' referred to the mental capacity to store information, and 'independent' meant self-sufficient. Together, they now describe systems or processes that do not rely on memory.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not reliant on memory for function or operation.

The algorithm is designed to be memory-independent, ensuring it runs efficiently on devices with limited RAM.

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Last updated: 2025/03/01 17:01