videocassette

[ vid-ee-oh-kuh-set, -ka- ]

noun

1. a cassette enclosing a length of tape for video recording or reproduction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of videocassette¹

First recorded in 1965–70; video + cassette

Example Sentences

Receiving a single episode was common before the streaming era, when network series had short lead times and making and mailing videocassettes and DVDs was expensive.

From New York Times

By the end of that decade, he realized there was money to be made selling used videocassettes to libraries, and he started a distribution business called Midwest Tape.

From Seattle Times

The last actors’ strike was in 1980 back when the union sought profit sharing from studios over videocassettes and premium television like HBO.

From Los Angeles Times

The last time actors went on strike against the studios was in 1980 in a three-month walkout over profits from home videocassettes and pay television.

From Los Angeles Times

Property that he stole from the Sturmfels’ home - a clock, two lamps and a videocassette recorder - was found at his residence and were intended to be Christmas gifts for his girlfriend, according to investigators.

From Washington Times

Related Words

• cartridge
• videotape