(computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics
save up as for future use
a secret store of valuables or money
a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons)
reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot
perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily
perceive by hearing
the act of catching an object with the hands
a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident
suffer from the receipt of
see or watch
take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of
hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers
succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase
to hook or entangle
apprehend and reproduce accurately
the quantity that was caught
a restraint that checks the motion of something
attract and fix
capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
detect a blunder or misstep
the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)
a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect
attract; cause to be enamored
catch up with and possibly overtake
grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of
a break or check in the voice (usually a sign of strong emotion)
a cooperative game in which a ball is passed back and forth
a fastener that fastens or locks a door or window
anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching)
become aware of
be struck or affected by
be the catcher
cause to become accidentally or suddenly caught, ensnared, or entangled
check oneself during an action
contract
delay or hold up; prevent from proceeding on schedule or as planned
discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
get or regain something necessary, usually quickly or briefly
reach in time
spread or be communicated
start burning
take in and retain
