Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dvr

noun
/ˌdiː.viːˈɑːr/
Definition
A device that records video content from television broadcast or other sources onto a storage medium for later viewing.
Examples
  • Many people use a DVR to record their favorite shows while they are away from home.
  • With a DVR, you can pause live TV and resume watching later.
  • Some DVRs come with the ability to skip commercials automatically.
Meaning
DVR stands for Digital Video Recorder, a technology that allows users to capture and store television programs in a digital format.
Synonyms
  • Digital Video Recorder
  • Video Recorder
  • TV Recorder