videocassette recorder

American  

noun

1. See VCR.

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Etymology

Origin of videocassette recorder

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

That does not seem all that long ago, but given the way the game has changed, it may as well be the videocassette recorder era before the digital age.

From New York Times • Apr. 6, 2022

JVC unveiled its new VHS videocassette recorder during a presentation in Tokyo.

From Washington Times • Sep. 9, 2018

Though it took a long, winding road to mass market success, the videocassette recorder, or VCR, got its start in 1972 with Philips’ release of the N1500.

From Time • May 3, 2016

In 1970, the videocassette recorder was introduced at CES.

From New York Times • Jan. 13, 2014

“A videocassette recorder, VCR. for short. It’s how your auntie and I used to watch movies....But let’s see if I can get this dinosaur to work.”

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio