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Random-Access Memory

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on

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synonym
RAMrandom access memoryrandom memoryrandom-access memoryread/write memory
alternatephrasing
Random Access Memory
plural
Random-Access Memories
possessive
Random-Access Memory's
pluralpossessive
Random-Access Memories'