cassette

Definition

A small flat case containing magnetic tape on two reels, used to record and play back audio and video material.

Etymology

Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *kap- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *kapyéti Proto-Italic *kapjō Proto-Italic *kapsos Latin capsa Old Northern French casse Proto-Indo-European *-tós Proto-Italic *-tosder.? Latin -ittus Old French -ete Middle French -ette French cassettebor. English cassette Borrowed from French cassette.

Example Sentences

• "If you need to reload film, the cassette can be rewound slightly by turning the hub located on one end of its spool."

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