Definition

A device or person that records sounds, music, or information, often used for making audio or video recordings.

Example

She used a recorder to capture the interview for her podcast.

Conversation

Did you see my new recorder for music class?

Yeah, it looks really cool!

Thanks! I can't wait to try it out during practice.

You'll have to show me how it works sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recorder → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "cordare" (meaning to heart or remember). The word "recorder" refers to a device or person that remembers or captures information again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'remembering again' — 're-' means again, and 'cordare' relates to the heart or memory. This helps you remember that a recorder is something that captures information to be remembered.

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