cassette

cas·sette

noun \kə-ˈset, ka-\

Definition of CASSETTE

1

: casket 1

2

: a usually flat case or cartridge that can be easily loaded or unloaded: as a : a lightproof magazine for holding film or plates for use in a camera b : a plastic cartridge containing magnetic tape with the tape passing from one reel to another

3

: a cassette tape player

Variants of CASSETTE

cas·sette also ca·sette \kə-ˈset, ka-\

Examples of CASSETTE

1. The songs are available on cassette.

Origin of CASSETTE

French, from Middle French, diminutive of dialect French (Norman & Picard) casse case

First Known Use: 1793

Rhymes with CASSETTE

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