dashcam

American

[dash-kam] / ˈdæʃˌkæm /

Or dash cam

noun

a video camera attached to the windshield or dashboard of a vehicle, used to record the view outside, or, with a double lens, both outside and inside the vehicle.

Etymology

Origin of dashcam

dash(board) ( def. ) + cam ² ( def. )

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dashcam

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any dashcam footage has been urged to contact police.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

No arrests have been made so far and detectives are appealing for any potential witnesses, including anyone with dashcam footage, to come forward.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or may have relevant dashcam footage from the area or from Cricklade High Street, Purton High Street, and the surrounding areas, is asked to contact police.

From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026

They have also asked for drivers to check any dashcam footage.

From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026

Pasadena police released a police cruiser dashcam video Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

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