Cassette

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Definition

A compact plastic container holding magnetic tape wound on two spools, used for audio or video recording and playback from the 1960s through early 2000s. The format revolutionized personal music listening before being superseded by digital media.

Example Usage

He found a collection of old cassettes in his parents' attic, including rare recordings from the 1980s.

Origin

From French 'cassette,' meaning 'small box,' derived from 'casse' (box).

Fun Fact

The Walkman, released by Sony in 1979, made cassettes the dominant portable music format and cemented their cultural significance for two decades.

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