phenomenal memory

phenomenal memory
extraordinary memory, unusually strong memory abilities

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  • phe|nom´e|nal|ly — phe|nom|e|nal «fuh NOM uh nuhl», adjective, noun. –adj. 1. very notable or remarkable; extraordinary; exceptional: »a phenomenal memory. 2. of or having to do with a phenomenon or phenomena. 3. having the nature of a phenomenon; apparent;… …   Useful english dictionary

  • Phe|nom|e|nal — «fuh NOM uh nuhl», adjective, noun. –adj. 1. very notable or remarkable; extraordinary; exceptional: »a phenomenal memory. 2. of or having to do with a phenomenon or phenomena. 3. having the nature of a phenomenon; apparent; sensible; …   Useful english dictionary

  • phe|nom|e|nal — «fuh NOM uh nuhl», adjective, noun. –adj. 1. very notable or remarkable; extraordinary; exceptional: »a phenomenal memory. 2. of or having to do with a phenomenon or phenomena. 3. having the nature of a phenomenon; apparent; sensible; …   Useful english dictionary

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