Record Changer

Pronunciation: /ˈrekərd ˈʧeɪndʒər/

Definitions of record changer

noun a device used to automatically change or turn over vinyl records on a record player

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a new record changer for my turntable.

A2 The record changer on my stereo is broken.

B1 I need to replace the stylus on my record changer.

B2 The record changer automatically switches between 33 and 45 RPM.

C1 The record changer mechanism is intricate and requires precision engineering.

C2 The audiophile insisted on a high-end record changer for his vinyl collection.

Examples of record changer in a Sentence

formal The record changer on the vintage turntable was carefully calibrated to ensure optimal sound quality.

informal I love playing around with the record changer on my dad's old record player.

slang I'm on the hunt for a cool record changer to upgrade my music setup.

figurative Her promotion at work was like a record changer in her career, propelling her to new heights.

Grammatical Forms of record changer

• plural: record changers
• comparative: more record changer
• superlative: most record changer
• present tense: change records
• future tense: will change records
• perfect tense: have changed records
• continuous tense: is changing records
• singular: record changer
• positive degree: record changer
• infinitive: to change records
• gerund: changing records
• participle: changed records

Origin and Evolution of record changer

First Known Use: 1920 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'record changer' originated in the early 20th century with the invention of automatic record players.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a device that automatically changes records on a record player, the term 'record changer' has evolved to also refer to the function on modern music streaming services that automatically plays the next song in a playlist.