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ビデオ

also: ヴィデオ

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Meanings

1

noun

video; video image

Refers to video as a visual signal, image, or channel, especially when contrasted with audio.

2

noun

videotape; VHS tape; videocassette

abbreviation

Abbreviation of ビデオテープ or ビデオカセット; now somewhat dated because the physical medium is old, but still easily understood.

See also: ビデオテープ · ビデオカセット

3

noun

VCR; videocassette recorder

abbreviation

Colloquial abbreviation of ビデオテープレコーダー; in modern contexts, ビデオデッキ is often clearer for the device.

See also: ビデオテープレコーダー

4

noun

video; video clip; short film

Common modern use for a video recording or short clip, close to 動画, especially something watched, sent, or posted online.

See also: 動画

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