Database
/ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/
Definitions
An organized collection of data, usually stored electronically, and accessible in various ways.
/ˈdeɪtəbeɪs/
An organized collection of data.
The library's database contains millions of books and articles.
💡 Simply: It's like a super organized filing cabinet for information. Imagine you want to keep track of all your friends' birthdays – that's something you could put in a database!
👶 For kids: A place where a computer stores a lot of information.
More Examples
The software developers are working on improving the database's performance.
We need to update the customer database with the latest contact details.
How It's Used
"The company uses a customer database to manage client information."
"Maintaining an updated database is crucial for effective marketing."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
database-driven
Something that relies on a database for its operation or functionality.
"This website is database-driven, so all the content is stored and managed in a database."
query the database
To request and retrieve information from a database.
"To find the sales figures, the accountant needs to query the database."
From data + base. The term emerged in the 1960s, reflecting the need for organized data storage and retrieval in early computer systems. Influenced by mathematical concepts and set theory.
The term gained popularity in the late 20th century with the rise of computer systems and the need for efficient data storage.
Memory tip
Think of it like a library; organized information you can access.
Word Origin
"A base or foundation for data. Combined from 'data' and 'base'."