archives
| n. | 1. | a collection of records especially about an institution. |
| 2. | a place where historical records and documents are kept. |
| Noun | 1. |  archives - collection of records especially about an institution |
| 2. |  archives - a depository containing historical records and documentsSynonyms: archive |
ARCHIVES. Ancient charters or titles, which concern a nation, state, or community, in their rights or privileges. The place where the archives are kept bears the same name. Jacob, L. D. h.t.; Merl. Rep. h.t.
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