cache

Everyday

1. A cache is a hidden store of things, such as food, weapons or treasure. tree →
2. (computers) A cache is a place in a computer or phone where data is kept for a while so it can be found quickly next time. tree →
3. To cache something is to store it in a cache, hidden or for quick use. tree →

In the lessons

In nature lessons, squirrels and jays make caches of nuts for winter. In computing lessons, a browser cache keeps copies of web pages; «clear the cache» can fix a problem. In geocaching, families use GPS to find hidden boxes called caches. Phrases: «a cache of», «clear the cache», «geocaching».

Examples

• The squirrel buried a cache of acorns. tree →
• Police found a cache of stolen phones. tree →
• Clear your browser's cache if the page won't load. tree →
• The phone caches photos so they load faster. tree →
• We found a geocache hidden under a log. tree →
• The explorers left a cache of food for the way back. tree →

Note

Pronounced «cash», like money. Do not confuse with «cash» (money) or «catch»; and not with French «cachet». Countable noun; regular verb (cached).