Meaning & Definition of word "Cartridge"
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Cartridge
/ˈkɑːr.trɪdʒ/
noun:
- 1. A container holding a quantity of a substance, such as ink, toner, or ammunition, that can be inserted into a device or weapon.
- Example: He replaced the ink cartridge in the printer to continue printing the documents.
- 2. A device or object that contains a moving part or mechanism, especially in firearms or other machinery.
- Example: The police found the spent cartridge at the scene of the crime.
- 3. A removable container for storing and using recorded data, such as a video game or audio tape.
- Example: She blew the dust off the old game cartridge before trying it in the console.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'cartridge', from 'carte', meaning a 'piece of paper.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
ink cartridge:
A cartridge specifically for containing ink, used in printers.
toner cartridge:
A cartridge that holds toner for laser printers.
cartridge case:
A casing that holds the components of a single round of ammunition.
Related Words
ink:
A colored fluid used for writing, printing, or drawing.
toner:
A powder used in laser printers and photocopiers.
ammunition:
Material fired, scattered, dropped or detonated from any weapon.
Slang Meanings of cartridge
Meaning: A cartridge used in video games, often referring to retro gaming.
Example Sentence: I found an old NES cartridge at the flea market.
Meaning: Referring to a printer cartridge in disdain for being expensive.
Example Sentence: Those printer cartridges cost an arm and a leg!