storage
Storage refers to the act of keeping something for future use or the specific space allocated for this purpose. It is commonly used in physical contexts, such as warehousing goods, and in digital contexts regarding computer memory and data preservation.
Examples
3 of 5We put our old furniture into storage when we moved to the smaller apartment.
We placed our previous belongings in a holding area during our move.
The chemical facility must adhere to strict regulations regarding the storage of hazardous materials.
The factory must follow laws about how dangerous substances are kept.
I've run out of storage on my phone because of all these photos.
My phone has no more room for digital files due to many pictures.
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Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'Store' + 'Age'. You put things in storage to keep them safe as they 'age' or until a later time.
Quick Quiz
If you don't have enough room in your new house, you might need to put your extra furniture in ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: storage
Examples
We put our old furniture into storage when we moved to the smaller apartment.
everydayWe placed our previous belongings in a holding area during our move.
The chemical facility must adhere to strict regulations regarding the storage of hazardous materials.
formalThe factory must follow laws about how dangerous substances are kept.
I've run out of storage on my phone because of all these photos.
informalMy phone has no more room for digital files due to many pictures.
Recent studies have focused on the long-term storage of carbon dioxide to mitigate climate change.
academicScientific research looks at keeping CO2 underground for long periods.
The company is investing in cloud storage solutions to improve data accessibility for remote workers.
businessThe firm is buying internet-based data saving tools for employees.
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Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in storage
being kept in a safe place for future use
put into storage
to move items into a dedicated keeping area
cloud storage
storing data on remote servers accessed via the internet
Often Confused With
Stock refers to the actual items or goods kept, while storage refers to the act or place of keeping them.
Stash implies a secret or hidden collection of things, whereas storage is a neutral or professional term.
Usage Notes
The word is frequently used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general concept or the capacity of a device. In business, it often appears in the context of logistics and supply chain management.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'storage' as a verb. For example, 'I need to storage these files' is incorrect; the verb form is 'store'.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'Store' + 'Age'. You put things in storage to keep them safe as they 'age' or until a later time.
Word Origin
Derived from the Middle English 'storer', from the Old French 'estorer' meaning to build, furnish, or renovate.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many Western countries, 'self-storage' units are a massive industry where individuals rent small rooms to keep possessions they don't have space for at home.
Quick Quiz
If you don't have enough room in your new house, you might need to put your extra furniture in ______.
Correct!
The correct answer is: storage
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