repository
5 synonyms for repository, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A place where things are stored, often for safekeeping.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use repository
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
code repository
data repository
central repository
Etymology
From Latin repositorium, a place for putting things back or setting things down for storage.
Full origin of repository →Frequently asked questions
What does “repository” mean?
The word “repository” means a place where things are stored, often for safekeeping. In plain terms, a storage place — physical or digital — for keeping things safe.
How do you pronounce “repository”?
“Repository” is pronounced rih-POZ-ih-trih (/ɹɪˈpɑ.zɪˌtɔɹ.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “repository” in a sentence?
Here is “repository” used in a sentence: “The archive serves as a repository for the city's historical records.”
What part of speech is “repository”?
“Repository” is a noun.
Where does the word “repository” come from?
The word “repository” comes from Latin. From Latin repositorium, a place for putting things back or setting things down for storage.
Is “repository” a common word?
“Repository” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “repository” have?
“Repository” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a place where things are stored, often for safekeeping.
