cache
gb/kˈæʃ/ us/kˈæʃ/
B2
English
~ 4200
rejtekhely, elrejtett készlet, gyorsítótár, cache, elrejt, eldug
NOUN
B2
1
rejtekhely
B1
Usage pattern:
a cache of [items]
Police found a cache of stolen jewelry in the basement.
A rendőrség lopott ékszerek rejtekhelyére bukkant az alagsorban.
The hikers discovered a cache of food left by previous travelers.
A túrázók rábukkantak egy elrejtett élelmiszerkészletre, amelyet korábbi utazók hagytak ott.
A cache of important documents was hidden behind the false wall.
The rebels kept a cache of weapons in the mountains.
Learner examples
They found a cache of gold under the floor.
Elrejtett aranykészletet találtak a padló alatt.
The police looked for a cache of guns.
A rendőrség fegyverek rejtekhelyét kereste.
We found a cache of food in the cave.
There is a cache of books in the attic.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'cache' with 'cash'. 'Cache' means a hidden storage place, while 'cash' means money.
Meaning
Hidden storage place
Collocations
hidden cache
|cache of weapons
|secret cache
|food cache
|cache location
Synonyms
stash (Informal term for a hidden supply, often of drugs, money, or personal items.)
Antonyms
display (To put something in a visible place rather than hiding it.)
Themes
security
|travel
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A secret place where things are kept to use later.
A hidden place used for storing things, especially supplies, valuables, or stolen goods.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
gyorsítótár
B2
cache
C1
Usage pattern:
clear the cache
Your browser stores images in its cache to load pages faster.
A böngésződ a képeket a gyorsítótárában tárolja, hogy gyorsabban töltődjenek be az oldalak.
The program runs slowly if the cache is full.
A program lassan fut, ha megtelik a gyorsítótár.
Clearing the cache can fix some display problems.
The processor uses an L2 cache to speed up operations.
Learner examples
I need to clear my browser cache.
Törölnöm kell a böngésző gyorsítótárát.
The computer has a large cache for speed.
A számítógépnek nagy gyorsítótára van a gyorsabb működéshez.
Clear the cache to fix the problem.
Cache memory helps the computer work faster.
Common mistake:
Learners may mispronounce it like 'cash-ay'. In computing, it is pronounced like 'cash'.
Meaning
Temporary computer data storage
Collocations
browser cache
|clear cache
|cache memory
|data cache
Synonyms
buffer (Similar in computing, but usually refers to temporary data waiting to be processed or transferred.)
Antonyms
main memory (The primary storage where all active programs and data are kept, not just frequently accessed ones.)
Themes
technology
|computing
|science
Definition
A small part of computer memory that stores data so it can be used quickly.
A part of a computer's memory where frequently used data is stored temporarily for quick access.
VERB
B2
3
Usage pattern:
to cache [something] [somewhere]
They cached extra food along the trail before starting their journey.
Mielőtt útnak indultak, tartalék élelmet rejtettek el az útvonal mentén.
The thieves cached their loot in an abandoned building.
A tolvajok egy elhagyott épületben rejtették el a zsákmányukat.
He cached some water bottles under a rock for his return trip.
Learner examples
We cached food in the cave.
Élelmet rejtettünk el a barlangban.
They cached the money under the bed.
A pénzt az ágy alá rejtették.
He cached water in the bag.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'cache' (to hide) with 'catch' (to grab). The meanings are different.
Meaning
Hide and store items
Collocations
cache supplies
|cache weapons
|cache valuables
Synonyms
conceal (More general term meaning to hide something from view; not always for later retrieval.)
Antonyms
reveal (To make something visible instead of hiding it.)
Themes
security
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To hide something in a place so you can use it later.
To hide and store something in a secret place for later use.
Grammar
Dictionary form
cache
IPA
GB/kˈæʃ/
US/kˈæʃ/
Syllables & stress
cache (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (cache)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: cache
- Plural: caches
Verb
- Base: cache
- 3rd Person Singular: caches
- Present Participle: caching
- Past: cached
Word family
Forms
caches
noun
caching
verb
cached
verb
Related words
cacheable
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
uncached
adjective
uncacheable
adjective
Expressions
cache hit
1/kˈæʃ hˈɪt/
fixed phrase
technical
Successful retrieval from cache memory
When a computer finds the needed data in its cache instead of slower memory or disk.
Examples
- The system performance improved because of more cache hits.
- A cache hit reduces the time needed to load files.
cache miss
1/kˈæʃ mˈɪs/
fixed phrase
technical
Unsuccessful retrieval from cache memory
When a computer does not find the needed data in its cache and must get it from slower memory or disk.
Examples
- A cache miss slows down the program.
- Too many cache misses can reduce performance.
clear the cache
1/klˈɪɹ ðə kˈæʃ/
fixed phrase
technical
Remove stored temporary data
To delete temporary files saved by a computer or browser so it works better or shows updated information.
Examples
- If a webpage doesn’t load correctly, try clearing the cache.
- You should clear the cache regularly to keep your browser fast.