microdrive

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A miniature hard disk.
  2. An early computer storage system using cartridges of looped tape.
  3. A device for inserting microelectrodes into the brain.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

microdrive microdrives

Etymology

From micro- + drive. In the sense of "miniature hard disk", originally a trademark.

Related words

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