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Git & Version Control

Stash

/stæʃ/

Definition

A temporary storage area in Git that saves uncommitted changes so you can switch branches without committing or losing work.

Example in context

"Stash your changes before pulling — otherwise Git will refuse to overwrite your working directory files."

Related terms

  • Commit — A snapshot of changes saved to the Git repository with a message describing what was changed and why.
  • Branch — A pointer to a specific commit that lets developers work on features or fixes in isolation from the main codebase.

Practice this term

Master Stash in context by working through exercises in the Git & Version Control module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Stash" mean?

A temporary storage area in Git that saves uncommitted changes so you can switch branches without committing or losing work.

How do you pronounce "Stash"?

"Stash" is pronounced /stæʃ/.

Can you use "Stash" in a sentence?

"Stash your changes before pulling — otherwise Git will refuse to overwrite your working directory files."