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cartridge

1 of 1noun
/ˈkɑrt.rɪʤ/
Forms:cartridges
1

an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable

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2

ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun

3

a module designed to be inserted into devices to dispense substances or perform specific functions

  • The printer cartridge needed replacement after running out of ink.
  • A new game cartridge was inserted into the console to play the latest video game.
  • A fresh battery cartridge was inserted into the flashlight for better illumination.
  • The inhaler cartridge was replaced to ensure effective medication delivery.
  • A new filter cartridge was installed in the water purification system to improve water quality.
4

a light-tight supply chamber holding the film and supplying it for exposure as required

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