Synonyms for

Cassette

Verb / kʌˈset / Another word for cassette — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a flat, rectangular plastic case containing magnetic tape for recording sound or video

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Common collocations

  • cassette player
  • cassette deck
  • cassette tape
  • cassette recorder
  • audio cassette
  • cassette library
  • blank cassette

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Usage note

Primarily refers to a magnetic tape recording format for audio or video. Less common now due to digital media, but still understood. Avoid using for digital storage like USB drives.

Example sentences

  1. I played a cassette in my car and sang along to my favorite song.
  2. My dad used to record his favorite radio shows on a cassette.
  3. The band released their album on cassette tape.
  4. I bought a cassette player at a garage sale.
  5. I transferred my old cassette tapes to digital files.

Quotes

  • 'I still have all my cassette tapes in a box somewhere.' - Nathan Followill
  • 'When I was a kid, there was no such thing as a video cassette. You had to go to the cinema to see a movie.' - Ken Loach
  • 'I think the reason why I'm so nostalgic for cassette tapes is that they were the first truly portable way of listening to music that I had.' - Mara Wilson

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