cold storage
"Cold storage" refers to keeping items at low temperatures to preserve their condition or to a method of securing data or assets offline for protection.
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Definition
B2Food Preservation
(technical)Storing perishable goods at low temperatures to maintain their freshness and prevent spoilage.
Example
- Fruits and vegetables are often kept in cold storage to extend their shelf life.
C1Data Storage
(technical)A system for long-term retention of inactive data, optimized for cost-efficiency and durability.
Example
- Companies use cold storage solutions for archiving data that is rarely accessed.
C1Cryptocurrency
(technical)Storing private keys offline to protect them from being stolen.
Example
- Many cryptocurrency investors use cold storage to secure their assets.
C1General
(figurative)A state of being temporarily inactive or postponed.
Example
- The project was put in cold storage until more funds became available.
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