random-access_memory
1. [ noun ] (computer science) the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit memory chip allows information to be stored or accessed in any order and all storage locations are equally accessible
Synonyms: random_memory RAM read/write_memory random_access_memory
Related terms: memory volatile_storage RAM_disk buffer
Similar spelling:   random_access_memory