"method of loci" meaning in English

See method of loci in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Forms: the method of loci [canonical]
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  1. A strategy to enhance one's memory ability by associating information with visualized spatial environments such as a "memory palace".
    Sense id: en-method_of_loci-en-name-VhxD38Il Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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