nonvolatile
American
[non-vol-uh-tl, -til, -tahyl]
/ nɒnˈvɒl ə tl, -tɪl, -ˌtaɪl /
adjective
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not volatile.
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(of computer memory) having the property of retaining data when electrical power fails or is turned off.
Etymology
Origin of nonvolatile
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