non-volatile memory

noun

A type of computer memory that can retain stored information even after power is removed.

Similar
NVMnon-volatile random access memory
Opposite
volatile memory
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Meanings

nounnon-volatile memory (countable and uncountable, plural non-volatile memories)

plural non-volatile memories

  1. countableuncountablecomputer hardwareA type of computer memory that can retain stored information even after power is removed.

    Synonyms: NVM, non-volatile random access memory · Antonyms: volatile memory

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA type of computer memory that can retain stored information even after power is removed.

Similar
NVMnon-volatile random access memory
Opposite
volatile memory
Also see
non-volatile random access memory
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APA

non-volatile memory. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/non-volatile%20memory

MLA

“non-volatile memory.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/non-volatile%20memory. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

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