static random access memory; SRAM
A type of semiconductor memory that retains data as long as power is supplied, without needing periodic refresh. Used in CPU caches and other high-speed applications.
This microcontroller has built-in static random access memory.
Static random access memory is fast but expensive.
Spelling with interpuncts, sometimes used for clarity in technical documents.
Loanword from English 'static random access memory', abbreviated as SRAM.