nondeclarativememory
nounUK /ˌnɒndɪˈklærətɪv ˈmɛməri/
US /ˌnɑːndɪˈklærətɪv ˈmɛməri/
The kind of memory you use without thinking, like riding a bike or tying your shoes.
Her nondeclarativememory let her ride a bike smoothly even after years without practice.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Memory for how to do things, such as skills and habits, that is hard to put into words.
Playing the piano relies on nondeclarativememory built up through lots of practice.
3. A type of long-term memory that works automatically and does not require conscious recall.
His nondeclarativememory helped him type quickly without looking at the keys.
4. Memory shown through actions rather than spoken or written facts.
The toddler's nondeclarativememory showed when she copied her mother's waving without being taught.