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/ˈkɑːr.trɪdʒ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A container holding a quantity of a substance, such as ink, toner, or ammunition, that can be inserted into a device or weapon.
He replaced the ink cartridge in the printer to continue printing the documents.
A device or object that contains a moving part or mechanism, especially in firearms or other machinery.
The police found the spent cartridge at the scene of the crime.
A removable container for storing and using recorded data, such as a video game or audio tape.
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.
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Slang Meanings
A cartridge used in video games, often referring to retro gaming.
I found an old NES cartridge at the flea market.
Referring to a printer cartridge in disdain for being expensive.
Those printer cartridges cost an arm and a leg!