memorization

verb (used with object), mem·o·rized, mem·o·riz·ing.

1. to commit to memory; learn by heart: to memorize a poem.

verb (used without object), mem·o·rized, mem·o·riz·ing.

2. to learn by heart: I’ve always been able to memorize easily.

verb

1. (tr) to commit to memory; learn so as to remember

n.1823 “memorialization,” 1857 as “action of committing to memory;” noun of action from memorize (v.). v.1590s, “commit to writing;” see memory + -ize. The meaning “commit to memory” is from 1838. Related: Memorized; memorizing.