Repository Definition & Meaning

repository
noun
  1. a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping
  2. a person to whom a secret is entrusted
  3. a burial vault (usually for some famous person)

"Repository" in song lyrics

See how repository is used in real songs:

  • "young girls repository"
    AOL — AOL
  • "i 20would 20like 20to 20find 20the 20letters 20sent 20in 20to 20the 20canton 20repository 20repository"
    AOL — AOL
  • "want emails for canton repository"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "repository"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "repository" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for repository to find words that pair well.

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