Blu-ray

[ bloo-rey ]

Trademark.

1. an optical disk or an optical disk format for the storage of high-definition video and audio, having a much larger capacity than a DVD:

   video games on Blu-ray; Blu-ray movies.

Blu-ray

noun

1. an optical disk used to store digital information such as high-definition video, and able to store more information than a standard DVD

Word History and Origins

Origin of Blu-ray¹

Blu-, respelling of blue (from the blue-violet laser used to read the disk) + (optical) ray

Word History and Origins

Origin of Blu-ray¹

C21: from the colour of the laser used to read and write this type of disc

Example Sentences

Then, in 2015, I interviewed the pair on camera as bonus content for the series’ release on Blu-ray.

From Los Angeles Times

More shoppers are buying Blu-Ray and DVDs of movies and TV shows despite the rise in streaming platforms, the boss of HMV has claimed.

From BBC

Figures suggest DVD and Blu-Ray sales are still falling generally.

From BBC

Era, the digital entertainment and retail association, said DVD and Blu-Ray dropped by 4.7% in the first half of 2024.

From BBC

Mr Halliday said that "physical visual" sales had increased, adding that "4K and Blu-Ray have been doing particularly well", but figures suggest sales across the industry are still declining.

From BBC