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Definition of Magnetic tape
1. Noun. Memory device consisting of a long thin plastic strip coated with iron oxide; used to record audio or video signals or to store computer information. "He took along a dozen tapes to record the interview"
Specialized synonyms: Audiotape, Cassette Tape, Magnetic Stripe, Videotape
Generic synonyms: Memory Device, Storage Device
Derivative terms: Tape, Tape
Definition of Magnetic tape
1. Noun. A type of (usually) acrylic tape with a fine coating of magnetically sensitive material on one side, used for recording audio and other data. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Magnetic Tape
Literary usage of Magnetic tape
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Measurements for Competitiveness in Electronics (1994)
"For magnetic tape systems, this would mean higher rates of wear and more critical
... magnetic tape is attractive because is permits major increases in area ..."
2. Science by American Association for the Advancement of Science (1883)
"The results are punched out on either of these media or possibly recorded on
magnetic tape. The input data for the paper tape or cards are usually generated ..."
3. Planetary, Lunar, and Solar Positions 601 B.C. to A.D. 1 at Five-day and Ten by Bryant Tuckerman (1990)
"The output was produced on magnetic tape. Each character on the tape carries an
... From the magnetic tape the output was printed on an off-line printer. ..."
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