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precharge

adj · noun · verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

before a charge

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The phase in the access cycle of DRAM during which the storage capacitors are charged to the appropriate value.

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Qualifier: semiconductors

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3

noun

Meaning 3

The period of time before the person is charged with a crime.

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Topics: law

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4

verb

Meaning 4

To charge the storage capacitors as a part of the DRAM precharge phase.

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Qualifier: semiconductors

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History

Etymology

From pre- + charge.