# depository

/dɪˈpɑzəˌtɔɹi/ (US) · /dɪpˈɒsɪtəɹˌi/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/depository
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a place where you keep things safe, like a bank for money or a library for books. It can also be a specific place where you store something for a long time.

For teachers: a place where something is kept for safekeeping or storage. Often refers to a financial institution holding assets on behalf of a client or a facility for the long-term preservation of materials.

## Examples

- The bank is a secure depository for my savings.
- The university established a digital depository to ensure that all research data remains accessible for future generations.
- As a central depository for the nation's gold reserves, the facility is protected by multiple layers of physical and digital security to prevent any unauthorized access.

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