LCD

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noun

ˌel-(ˌ)sē-ˈdē 

: 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

LCD

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abbreviation

least common denominator; lowest common denominator

Examples of LCD in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The fitness center is top-notch, with heart rate monitoring and LCD screen treadmills, strength-training machines, free weights, and a Kinesis® exercise wall. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

This year’s lineup includes The Strokes, Twenty One Pilots, Gorillaz, Pavement, LCD Soundsystem, Wu-Tang Clan, Santigold and Taking Back Sunday. — Courtney Devores, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026

This is a steep premium over an ordinary 13- or 14-inch portable LCD, so the value case rests entirely on the ePaper experience rather than gaming or video. — New Atlas, 14 Sep. 2026

Related Stories Opening acts for the 2027 gigs include a number of acts who normally fill arenas on their own, like Kiley Minogue, Lainey Wilson and LCD Soundsystem. — Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

liquid crystal display

First Known Use

Noun

1973, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

LCD

noun

ˌel-ˌsē-ˈdē

: a type of electronic display screen

Etymology

Noun

liquid crystal display