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Discover LudwigThe phrase "compact disc" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a digital optical disc storage format that is used to store data, typically music or other audio recordings.
Example: "I still have a collection of my favorite albums on compact disc."
Alternatives: "CD" or "digital disc."
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compact disc
noun
An optical disc used to store audio or other data.
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Olde fashioned compact disc emporium.
They loved the compact disc.
The store survived the compact disc.
The compact disc has proved surprisingly tenacious.
Surprisingly, Mr. Weisfeld likes the compact disc.
He recorded a compact disc, "Len Leeds Sings Sinatra".
The group has released a compact disc, "The Mankillers".
His compact disc collection nearly scrapes the ceiling.
Compact disc clock radios doubled in sales last year.
CD-ROM, abbreviation of compact disc read-only memory, type of computer memory in the form of a compact disc that is read by optical means.
Remember that your reports on the demise of the compact disc are due next week.
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