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Memory

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Memory refers to using previously learned information or experiences to enhance understanding or recall. In language studies, it involves retaining vocabulary words, grammar rules, rhetorical devices, and other linguistic elements for effective communication.