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memorize
verb mem·o·rize \ˈme-mə-ˌrīz\
: to learn (something) so well that you are able to remember it perfectly
mem·o·rizedmem·o·riz·ing
Full Definition of MEMORIZE
transitive verb
: to commit to memory : learn by heart
— mem·o·riz·able \ˌme-mə-ˈrī-zə-bəl\ adjective
— mem·o·ri·za·tion \ˌme-mə-rə-ˈzā-shən, ˌme-mə-(ˌ)rī-, ˌmem-rə-\ noun
— mem·o·riz·er noun
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First Known Use of MEMORIZE
1834
MEMORIZE Defined for Kids
memorize
verb mem·o·rize \ˈme-mə-ˌrīz\
mem·o·rizedmem·o·riz·ing
Definition of MEMORIZE for Kids
: to learn by heart <My sister has memorized all the state capitals.>
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