Memory – Definition & Meaning

Definition of memory

: a feature that lets an AI keep information about a user or task across separate conversations, such as preferences, past projects, or facts they shared
- With memory on, the assistant remembered that I'm vegetarian.
- You can view and delete what's stored in memory.

Two meanings, one word

In everyday English

The ability to remember; something remembered.

In AI

A feature that lets an AI keep information about a user or task across separate conversations, such as preferences, past projects, or facts they shared.

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