CD-R

noun

1. a compact disc onto which data can be written but not erased or modified.

Word History and Origins

Origin of CD-R¹

1985–90; C(ompact) D(isc)- R(ecordable)

Example Sentences

He’s been releasing recordings from the vault on Bandcamp, and this one — which he found on a CD-R lying on his studio floor, and posted Christmas Day — is especially raw and lively.

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Like the top hat, said to have caused a riot when haberdasher John Hetherington first wore it in public in January 1797, the CD-R caused mass consternation in the music industry.

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Before The ArchAndroid was released, she sent each of them a copy, on CD-R, with a handwritten track list.

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Daniel’s new CD-R collection may be unauthorized, but Daniel figures Prince wouldn’t mind.

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Appearing as a blank, Sony CD-R with the word “Bible” written in blue sharpie, the album features 12 mastered tracks, all with completed vocals from Jackson.

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