Cache vs. Cachet

Cachenoun

A store of things that may be required in the future, which can be retrieved rapidly, protected or hidden in some way.

Cachenoun

(computing) A fast temporary storage where recently or frequently used information is stored to avoid having to reload it from a slower storage medium.

Cachenoun

(geocaching) A container containing treasure in a global treasure-hunt game.

Cacheverb

To place in a cache.

Cachenoun

A hole in the ground, or other hiding place, for concealing and preserving provisions which it is inconvenient to carry.

Cachenoun

That which is hidden in a cache{2}; a hoard; a stockpile.

Cachenoun

A form of memory in a computer which has a faster access time than most of main memory, and is usually used to store the most frequently accessed data in main memory during execution of a program.

Cacheverb

To store in a cache{1}.

Cachenoun

a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons)

Cachenoun

a secret store of valuables or money

Cachenoun

(computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics

Cacheverb

save up as for future use

Cachenoun

a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place

Cachenoun

a hidden or inaccessible storage place for valuables, provisions, or ammunition

Cachenoun

an auxiliary memory from which high-speed retrieval is possible

Cacheverb

store away in hiding or for future use

Cacheverb

store (data) in a cache memory

Cacheverb

provide (hardware) with a cache memory

Cachetnoun

(archaic) A seal, as of a letter.

Cachetnoun

(figurative) A special characteristic or quality; prestige.

Cachetnoun

(philately) A commemorative stamped design or inscription on an envelope, other than a cancellation or pre-printed postage.

Cachetnoun

A sealed envelope containing an item whose price is being negotiated.

Cachetnoun

(medicine) A capsule containing a pharmaceutical preparation.

Cachetnoun

A hidden location from which one can observe birds while remaining unseen.

Cachetverb

To mark (an envelope) with a commemorative stamped design or inscription.

Cachetnoun

A seal, as of a letter.

Cachetnoun

an indication of approved or superior status

Cachetnoun

a warrant formerly issued by a French king who could warrant imprisonment or death in a signed letter under his seal

Cachetnoun

a seal on a letter

Cachetnoun

the state of being respected or admired; prestige

Cachetnoun

a distinguishing mark or seal

Cachetnoun

a flat capsule enclosing a dose of unpleasant-tasting medicine.

Cachet

In philately, a cachet is a printed or stamped design or inscription, other than a cancellation or pre-printed postage, on an envelope, postcard, or postal card to commemorate a postal or philatelic event. There are official and private (independent of postal authorities) cachets.