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read only memory

read only memory is the alternative spelling of read-only memory.

Meaning of read-only memory

Noun

read-only memory (countable and uncountable, plural read-only memories)

  1. A computer memory chip that stores values but does not allow updates, in which the values are nonvolatile in that they are retained even when the computer is unpowered.
    Synonyms:
    ROM

Questions about read only memory

What is read only memory the alternative spelling of?
Read only memory is the alternative spelling of read-only memory.

Words near read only memory in the dictionary

  1. read mes
  2. read minds
  3. read my lips
  4. read off
  5. read oneself in
  6. read only memory
  7. read out
  8. read over
  9. read receipt
  10. read receipts
  11. read someone for filth

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