archive: signification et définitions

A place or collection containing records, documents, or other materials of historical interest. Often used in the plural: old land deeds in the municipal archives.

Computer Science A long-term storage area, often on magnetic tape, for backup copies of files or for files that are no longer in active use.

Computer Science A file containing one or more files in compressed format for more efficient storage and transfer.

A repository for stored memories or information: the archive of the mind.

To place or store in an archive.

Computer Science To copy or compress (a file) into an archive.