# camcorder

/ˈkæmˌkɔɹdɝ/ (US) · /kˈæmkɔːdɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/camcorder
Updated: 2026-07-22

## Definition

a portable device used for recording both video and sound. It combines a video camera and a recorder into one unit.

For teachers: a portable electronic device for recording live-motion video and audio onto internal storage or removable media.

## Examples

- He used a camcorder to film the wedding.
- Before smartphones became common, families often used a camcorder to capture birthdays and holiday celebrations.
- While professional filmmakers have moved toward digital cinema cameras, the vintage camcorder has seen a resurgence among artists seeking a specific low-fidelity aesthetic for their projects.

## Usage notes

- A blend of the words 'camera' and 'recorder'.

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