core memory

noun

Computers.

1. former term for main memory, which was composed of ring-shaped magnets called cores.

Word History and Origins

Origin of core memory¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

She writes during her downtime making “Godzilla x Kong” — there’s a lot of downtime on a movie like that — and has come up with seven or eight songs, each playing off core memories.

From Los Angeles Times

“That was a core memory and a gateway to live concerts for me. To be part of it now and see how it works, it’s awesome.”

From Los Angeles Times

I looked back on core memories in my life that I had viewed as me being an indication of my weakness, my wickedness, my deal with the devil, so to speak.

From Los Angeles Times

“It was such a core memory for me,” said Otto, who held three fingers in the air as she ran back on defense after hitting a three-pointer with 43.3 seconds remaining.

From Los Angeles Times

“For me music is a way to deal with these difficult core memories,” he said.

From New York Times