laserdisc

British  

/ ˈleɪzəˌdɪsk /

noun

1. a disk similar in size to a long-playing record, on which data is stored in pits in a similar way to data storage on a compact disc, used esp for storing high-quality video

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Example Sentences

Best extras: Both the 4K and included Blu-ray disc include a vintage solo commentary track with a joyful Mr. Gilliam recorded back in 1991 for Criterion’s laserdisc release.

From Washington Times • Apr. 23, 2023

Other nominees included a laserdisc for Blondie’s “Eat To The Beat Album” — good stuff — and something called “The First National Kidisc,” also a laserdisc with interactive games for kids.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 2, 2022

After the industry crashed in 1984, Weaver and Fletcher were waiting for the next laserdisc contract to come along when they started fiddling with the new Commodore Amiga computer.

From Washington Post • Aug. 9, 2018

The Mallrats site is largely a vessel for Kevin Smith’s excitement about a potential laserdisc release.

From The Guardian • Mar. 15, 2017

“Human Highway” originally had a limited theatrical run in 1982, then was released in a different edit on VHS tape and laserdisc in 1995.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2016