magnetic disk

noun

UK /mæɡˈnet.ɪk dɪsk/

US /mæɡˈnet̬.ɪk dɪsk/

A magnetic disk is a round flat thing inside a computer that stores information using magnetism.

The old computer saved my photos on a magnetic disk.

SYNONYMS

hard disk disk drive disk hard drive storage disk

RELATED WORDS

magnetism computer storage data floppy disk

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A flat circular plate coated with magnetic material used to record and read data.

The technician cleaned the magnetic disk before reinstalling it.

3. A storage medium in which data is written magnetically on a rotating platter.

Early computers used a large magnetic disk to hold programs.

4. A disk-shaped magnetic device used for permanent or temporary data storage.

Backups were kept on a magnetic disk in a safe place.