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Laserdisc
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a large disk with plastic coating on which information, such as music, video, etc., can be stored, now replaced by the DVD
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
laserdiscs
What is a "laserdisc"?
A laserdisc is a type of disc used for storing and playing video and audio content. It was introduced in the late 1970s and was known for offering high-quality video and audio compared to other formats of its time. The disc is similar in appearance to a large vinyl record and requires a special player to read and play it. Laserdiscs were popular for their superior picture and sound quality but were eventually replaced by more modern formats such as DVDs and Blu-rays.
