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| archive |
An archive is a collection of pieces of information that are stored somewhere. An archive often stores things that are very old. People often look for information in an archive because it can't be found in a regular storage area that people use all the time. |
| crib |
a storage bin or building for corn. [1/3 definitions] |
| elevator |
a grain storage building used to lift and pour out grain; grain elevator. [1/2 definitions] |
| hatchback |
a kind of car in which a back panel is lifted up to open the rear storage area. |
| shack |
a small, cheaply constructed building, used as a house or for storage. |
| shed1 |
a small building used for storage or shelter. |
| storage |
Storage is the act of keeping or putting things in a special place while they are not being used. [3 definitions] |
| tank |
A tank is a large container that holds a liquid or gas. If a car uses gasoline, the car has a tank inside that holds the gasoline. A house usually has a tank for hot water in the basement or in some other storage area. [1/2 definitions] |
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