flush cache

[/flʌʃ kæʃ/]
verb phrase
limpar cache
1. To clear temporary stored data from a computer's memory or storage system to free up space or resolve performance issues
You should flush cache if your browser is running slowly.
Você deve limpar o cache se seu navegador está funcionando lentamente.
2. In computing, to write cached data to permanent storage and clear the temporary buffer
The system will flush cache every time you restart the application.
O sistema limpará o cache toda vez que você reiniciar o aplicativo.
3. To remove all stored files, cookies, and browsing history from a web browser
Flush cache and cookies to improve privacy and browser speed.
Limpe o cache e os cookies para melhorar a privacidade e velocidade do navegador.
This is technical terminology widely used in both American and Brazilian IT communities. In Brazil, 'limpar cache' is the standard phrase taught in computer courses and technical support. The term is becoming increasingly important as users become more aware of digital privacy and performance optimization issues.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clear cacheempty cachedelete cachepurge cache
Antonyms / Antônimos
load cachepopulate cachecache data

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limpar cache
Most common and standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
limpar cache/esvaziar cache
Both terms are used interchangeably in Rio
São Paulo
limpar cache
Standard technical term used in business and IT environments
Portugal
limpar cache/esvaziar a cache
Portuguese uses 'cache' as feminine; 'esvaziar' is more common in Portugal

Related Words

cache memorytemporary filesbrowser historycookiesRAMstorage optimization

Related Idioms & Phrases

flush out old data
clear the decks
wipe the slate clean
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