Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of database
"The IT team needed to sync data across all three company databases before launching the new reporting tool."
In plain English: Databases are organized collections of information stored on computers so people can easily find and use it later.
"We store all our customer information in secure databases to keep them safe."
Usage: Databases are computer systems that store and organize large amounts of information for easy retrieval. Use this term when referring to collections of data managed by software rather than physical files or individual records.
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of database
"The database stores millions of user records every day."
"The system automatically databases all incoming customer requests for quick retrieval."
Usage: The word "database" is not used as a verb in standard English; you must use phrasal verbs like "put into a database" or the noun phrase "databases" to describe storing information. Using it as an action, such as "he databases the records," is incorrect and should be avoided.
Derived from the Latin datum (given) via French, this term combines that root with the suffix -base, originally referring to a foundation or support. It describes an organized collection of data stored electronically for easy access and management.