cartridge
|car-tridge|
B2
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/ˈkɑːr.trɪdʒ/
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/ˈkɑː.trɪdʒ/
container for film or ammunition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cartridge' originates from the French word 'cartouche', which meant 'a roll of paper'.
Historical Evolution
'cartouche' transformed into the English word 'cartridge' in the 16th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a roll of paper', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a container for film or ammunition'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a container holding a spool of film, magnetic tape, or other material, designed for insertion into a mechanism.
The camera requires a new film cartridge.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39