database
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a large collection of information that is organized so that it can be easily found and used by a computer.
n.a structured set of data held in a computer, typically organized for rapid search and retrieval.
Simple“The company keeps all its customer information in a secure database.”
In context“The research team spent months compiling a comprehensive database of every known species in the local ecosystem.”
UsageOften used with verbs like 'update', 'query', or 'maintain'.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the computer program used to store and manage organized information.
n.a software application or system designed to manage, store, and manipulate structured data sets.
Simple“We need to install a new database to handle the increased traffic on our website.”
In context“The system administrator recommended migrating to a more robust database to ensure better performance during peak hours.”
SynonymsDBMSsoftware - 03 C1 Advanced
v.to put information into a computer database.
v.to store or organize information within a database structure.
Simple“The intern spent the afternoon databasing the new inventory records.”
In context“Once the field notes are digitized, the team will database the findings to allow for cross-regional statistical analysis.”
UsageThis verb is transitive and requires a direct object representing the data being stored.
Usage database contain · database system
“Now, the RCMP has launched a High-Risk Child Sex Offender Database.”
“Researchers have long attempted to organize common sense into databases.”
From data + base.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.