diskette en · NOUN
Pronunciation
Etymology
From disk + -ette, by analogy with cassette.
Meanings
- A small, flexible, magnetic disk for storage and retrieval of data.
- (dated) An 8-inch floppy disk.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| discette | alternative, dated | lexicographic | |
| diskettes | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| disket | alternative, nonstandard | lexicographic | |
| disquette | alternative, dated | lexicographic |
Deriveds
magazette · diskette drive · mini-diskette · floppy diskette drive · mini diskette · flippy diskette · micro diskette · micro-diskette
Descendants
Synonyms
floppy diskette · disk · floppy · floppy disk