archive
ar
ˈɑr
aar
chive
ˌkaɪv
kaiv
British pronunciation
/ˈɑːka‍ɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "archive"in English

to archive
01

to store or preserve documents or records for long-term keeping and future use

Transitive: to archive documents or records
to archive definition and meaning
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They decided to archive the historical documents in the library's special collections.
The museum archived the artifacts to ensure their preservation for future generations.
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(computing) to move important information or information that is not often needed to a different disk, tape, or another computer to store it, sometimes as a security measure

Transitive: to archive digital files or data
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The IT department archived old emails to free up server space.
She archived the large dataset to a cloud service, as it was rarely accessed.
Archive
01

a place or a collection of records or documents of historical importance

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What is an "archive"?

An archive is a collection of records, documents, or materials that are preserved for their historical, legal, or informational value. Archives can include a variety of items such as manuscripts, photographs, letters, and other documents. They are often maintained by institutions, libraries, or organizations to keep important information safe and accessible for future reference. The process of archiving involves organizing, cataloging, and storing these materials to ensure their preservation and usability over time.

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The library 's archive contains rare manuscripts and historical documents dating back centuries.
Researchers visit the national archive to study primary sources related to the country's founding.
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a feature on websites or social media platforms for storing and accessing past posts, stories, or other content in an organized collection

What is an "archive"?

An archive on social media refers to a feature that allows users to store or hide content without permanently deleting it. This can include posts, photos, videos, or stories that are no longer visible on the user's profile but are still accessible in the archive for future reference. The content in an archive is usually private, visible only to the user, and can be restored to the profile at any time. This feature is commonly used when users want to remove something from public view temporarily, without losing it entirely.

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She moved last year 's photos to the Instagram archive.
The platform allows users to browse archived stories.
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