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Videocassette - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A videocassette is a plastic case containing magnetic tape used for recording and playing video and audio. It was commonly used in VCRs before digital formats became popular.

videocassette

/ˌvɪdioʊkəˈsɛt/ /ˌvɪdiəʊkəˈsɛt/

Definition:

A magnetic tape in a plastic case used for recording and playing video and audio.

Synonyms:

VHS tape, video tape, cassette

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

digital file, streaming media

Common Collocations:

play a videocassette, rewind the videocassette, insert the videocassette

Derivatives:

videocassettes, videocassette recorder

Usage Tips:

Use "videocassette" to refer to physical tapes, not digital formats like DVDs or MP4s.

Common Phrases:

on videocassette, videocassette recorder, home videocassette

Etymology:

Combines "video" (Latin "videre," to see) and "cassette" (French diminutive of "casse," box).

Examples:

  • 1. I found an old videocassette in the attic.
  • 2. She recorded her favorite show on a videocassette.
  • 3. The library still has movies on videocassette.
  • 4. He prefers videocassettes over digital formats for nostalgia.

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