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Archive Definition & Meaning

archive
noun
  1. a depository containing historical records and documents
verb
  1. put into an archive

"Archive" in song lyrics

See how archive is used in real songs:

  • "My anthology's available, so buy up the archive"
    Chubb Rock — I Will Survive
  • "Sewer rats, tiggity-tales from the darkside archive"
    Das EFX — Shine
  • "What's the next chapter in my archive?"
    Papoose — Law Library (Part 3)

Usage tips for "archive"

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Frequently asked questions

What does archive mean?
a depository containing historical records and documents put into an archive
What part of speech is archive?
Archive is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does archive have?
Archive has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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