flash drive

noun

: a data storage device that uses flash memory
specifically : a small rectangular device that is designed to be plugged directly into a USB port on a computer and is often used for transferring files from one computer to another

called also thumb drive

Examples of flash drive in a Sentence

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The video is said to feature minors and was found on a flash drive that once belonged to Porter. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024 Even better, the flash drive is protected against water, dust, drops, magnets, extreme temperatures, and X-rays. Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 8 Oct. 2024 Until October 27, this dual USB-C and USB-A 1TB high-speed flash drive is on sale for $74.97 (reg. Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 17 Oct. 2024 When Neville shows up, Egg is waiting to snatch both him and the flash drive, but then Neville pulls a Driggs and hops onto the trunk of a palm tree, expertly scooting down like his monkey friend. Erin Qualey, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for flash drive 

Word History

First Known Use

1992, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flash drive was in 1992

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“Flash drive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flash%20drive. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

flash drive

noun
: a data storage device that uses flash memory
specifically : a small rectangular device that is designed to be plugged into a USB port on a computer and is often used for transferring files from one computer to another

called also jump drive, thumb drive

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