: an electronic display (as of the time in a digital watch) that consists of segments of a liquid crystal whose reflectivity varies according to the voltage applied to them
least common denominator; lowest common denominator
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
But the very technology that enables that convenience seriously hurts its picture quality and speed compared with LCD frames.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
All Points East 2025 saw RAYE, Chase & Status, The Maccabees, Barry Can’t Swim and LCD Soundsystem top the bill across two weeks of shows.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 9 Oct. 2025
Adjustable handlebars and seat accommodate users of all sizes, while its LCD monitor and iPad holder keep workouts engaging.
—New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
The movie was created and produced by Peaky Blinders scribe Steven Knight and directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, who helmed the 2012 LCD Soundsystem concert film Shut Up and Play the Hits.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2025
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a rear Tektro derailleur, and a small LCD panel/assist level controller are included; all are typical features for an e-bike.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
This is an area where e-paper clearly lags LCD displays, which start at 60 Hz and go up from there.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Sep. 2025
The settings are easy to program on the LCD screen, a bottom tray catches spills and the reservoir holds an additional 72 ounces of water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2025
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Noun
What does the band think of the LCD Soundsystem version?
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
But the very technology that enables that convenience seriously hurts its picture quality and speed compared with LCD frames.
—PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025
All Points East 2025 saw RAYE, Chase & Status, The Maccabees, Barry Can’t Swim and LCD Soundsystem top the bill across two weeks of shows.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 9 Oct. 2025
Adjustable handlebars and seat accommodate users of all sizes, while its LCD monitor and iPad holder keep workouts engaging.
—New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
The movie was created and produced by Peaky Blinders scribe Steven Knight and directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, who helmed the 2012 LCD Soundsystem concert film Shut Up and Play the Hits.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2025
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, a rear Tektro derailleur, and a small LCD panel/assist level controller are included; all are typical features for an e-bike.
—William Roberson, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
This is an area where e-paper clearly lags LCD displays, which start at 60 Hz and go up from there.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Sep. 2025
The settings are easy to program on the LCD screen, a bottom tray catches spills and the reservoir holds an additional 72 ounces of water.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2025
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“LCD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/LCD. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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