Word
storage
Phoneticsstor·age, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈstɔɹədʒ/
UK/stˈɔːɹɪdʒ/
Definitions
01keeping things for later
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of keeping things in a safe place for future use.
n. the act of storing goods or the state of being stored in a warehouse or similar facility.
日本語:保管※
“We put our furniture into storage while we looked for a new house.”
“The company specialises in the long-term storage of temperature-sensitive chemicals, ensuring they remain stable for several years.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun.
Synonyms
02space for items
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the amount of space available for keeping things.
n. the physical capacity or area available for the containment of objects.
日本語:収納※
“The new apartment has plenty of storage in the kitchen.”
“The architect maximised the available storage by installing floor-to-ceiling shelving in the narrow hallway.”
Usage
Commonly used in the context of home organisation.
03digital data
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Computing
n. the space on a computer or phone for saving files and photos.
n. the capacity of a computer or digital device to retain data on a permanent or semi-permanent basis.
“I need to delete some old videos because my phone is out of storage.”
“Cloud storage solutions allow users to access their files from any device with an internet connection, reducing the need for local hardware.”
Usage
Usually refers to hard drives or cloud services rather than RAM.
Synonyms
04cost of storing
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal · Technical
n. the money you pay to keep your things in a warehouse.
n. the fee or price charged for the service of storing goods.
“The monthly storage for the boat was more expensive than we expected.”
“The contract stipulates that any goods left on the premises after thirty days will incur additional storage charges at a daily rate.”
Usage
Typically used in logistics and commercial contracts.
05to put away
C2 · Proficiency Technical
v. to put something into a storage space.
v. to place or deposit items into a designated storage area.
“The workers began storage of the equipment once the project ended.”
“The facility is designed to storage hazardous materials under strict environmental controls to prevent leakage.”
Usage
This verb form is much less common than the noun; 'to store' is usually preferred.
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “storage” in context.
Verb
01. expand storage capacity
“We need to expand storage capacity to accommodate the growing volume of digital data.”
verb + noun + noun
02. provide storage for equipment
“The new facility will provide storage for all the heavy laboratory equipment.”
verb + noun + prep + noun
Adjective
03. ample storage
“The apartment is small but offers ample storage for a single professional.”
adj + noun
04. cold storage
“The vaccines must be kept in cold storage to maintain their effectiveness.”
adj + noun
05. secure storage
“All confidential documents must be kept in secure storage overnight.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. storage space
“The lack of storage space in the kitchen is a major drawback of this house.”
noun + noun
07. storage unit
“They rented a storage unit to keep their furniture while they traveled abroad.”
noun + noun
Preposition
08. in storage
“Most of the museum's collection is currently in storage due to the renovation.”
prep + noun
09. storage systems
Real-World Examples
“There are no facilities for Huda to cook for her children, and limited storage for essential medicines and equipment.” “Many farmers will either have to accept more waste, invest in better irrigation and water storage systems, or find a way to sell more wonky produce to consumers.” “And so thought Cynthia Osiecki one day in 2022, when she chanced on an unattributed still life in the storage area of the National Museum of Norway in Oslo.” “A blast at a petroleum storage facility in the port of Rotterdam has killed one person and wounded six others, Dutch officials said.” Etymology
From store + -age.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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