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Storage

UK /["/ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/"]/US /["/ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/"]/

Definition

the process of keeping something in a particular place until it is needed; the space where things can be kept

In simple words: A place where things are kept or stored.

Examples

  • The company invested in additional storage to keep all their data secure.
  • We rented a storage unit to keep our furniture during the move.
  • The new smartphones offer more internal storage for apps and media.
  • Cold storage is essential for preserving perishable goods safely.
  • Efficient storage solutions can greatly improve warehouse organization.
  • We need extra cloud storage to back up all our important files.
  • Data storage technology has advanced significantly in recent years.

Usage notes

Use 'storage' when talking about keeping items in a specific space, like a garage or storage unit. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts but might be less common in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

store + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'store' where you keep 'things' — 'storage' is similar.

Collocations

  • safe
  • secure
  • cold
  • put something in
  • put something into
  • take something out of
  • facilities
  • device
  • medium
  • in storage
  • safe
  • secure
  • cold
  • put something in
  • put something into
  • take something out of
  • facilities
  • device
  • medium
  • in storage
  • safe
  • secure
  • cold
  • put something in
  • put something into
  • take something out of
  • facilities
  • device
  • medium
  • in storage

Synonyms

  • warehouse
  • depository
  • archive
  • storehouse
  • coveyance

Antonyms

  • removal
  • disposal
  • release

Common mistakes

  • Misusing 'storage' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Confusing 'storage' with 'storage space' when referring to capacity.
  • Using 'storage' incorrectly in plural form ('storages').