an elephant's memory
An exceptionally good ability to remember things.
an elephant's memory
An exceptionally good ability to remember things.
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Examples
"My aunt has an elephant's memory for birthdays. Means: My aunt remembers birthdays exceptionally well."
"He still has an elephant's memory for the names of his childhood friends. Means: He can still remember his childhood friends' names very well."
Mnemonic Trick
Elephants are popularly associated with excellent memory, so the phrase describes someone who remembers a lot.
Cultural Context
A familiar figurative comparison, often phrased as “a memory like an elephant.”
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