First Known Use: 1971
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VCR
noun \ˌvē-(ˌ)sē-ˈär\
: a machine that is used to make and watch video recordings of television programs, movies, etc.
Full Definition of VCR
: a device that uses videocassettes for recording and playing back videotapes
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Origin of VCR
videocassette recorder
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VCR Defined for Kids
VCR
noun \ˌvē-ˌsē-ˈär\
Definition of VCR for Kids
: a device for recording (as television programs) on videocassettes and playing them back
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