cartridge

• Nom désignant un composant ou module amovible et autonome, conçu pour être inséré dans un dispositif ou système plus grand, comme un conteneur de munitions, une charge de film photographique, ou un convertisseur pour platine vinyle.

A noun referring to a removable, self-contained component or module designed to be inserted into a larger device or system, such as a container for ammunition, a film supply chamber, or a transducer for a record player.

1. AmmunitionB2formal

   A cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet, designed to be fired from a firearm.

   Cartouche (munition)

   • He loaded a fresh cartridge into the rifle.
   • The soldier checked his ammunition cartridge before the mission.
   • Hunters must use the correct cartridge for their firearm.

   Synonymesloadroundshellshot

2. Film containerB2formal

   A light-tight supply chamber that holds photographic film and supplies it for exposure as needed.

   chargeur de film

   • She inserted a new cartridge of film into the camera.
   • The old camera uses a special type of film cartridge.
   • Photographers often carry extra cartridges for long shoots.

   Synonymescassettemagazine

3. Insertable moduleB1formal

   A module designed to be inserted into a larger piece of equipment, such as a printer or game console.

   Cartouche (module insérable)

   • The printer needs a new ink cartridge.
   • He inserted the game cartridge into the console.
   • The water filter cartridge should be replaced every month.

   Synonymescartcassetteinsertmodule

4. Record player componentC1formal

   An electro-acoustic transducer that is part of the arm of a record player, holding the needle and being removable.

   Cellule de lecture

   • He replaced the worn-out cartridge on his turntable.
   • A high-quality cartridge improves the sound of vinyl records.
   • The record player's cartridge needs careful alignment.

   Synonymespickup