B2noun 2K

Disc

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪsk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪsk/"]/

Meaning of Disc

a thin flat round object

In simple words: A flat, round object.

Disc in a sentence

• He threw the disc across the field during the ultimate frisbee game.
• The artist created a beautiful disc that represented the sun.
• She placed her favorite vinyl disc on the turntable to play some music.
• In biology, a cell can be described as a disc-shaped structure under the microscope.
• We need to choose a disc for the video game that includes all the latest features.

How to use Disc

Used in various contexts like music (CDs), sports (frisbee), or technology (hard drives). Generally appropriate in everyday conversations but can be more technical in specific contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'disc' as a pizza slice - round and flat!

Related words

Collocations with Disc

• compact
• DVD
• vinyl
• play
• insert
• hear
• on (a/​the) disc
• disc of
• compact
• DVD
• vinyl
• play
• insert
• hear
• on (a/​the) disc
• disc of
• herniated
• prolapsed
• slipped
• slip

Synonyms for Disc

• plate
• disk
• circle
• wheel

Opposites of Disc

• discourage
• dissuade

Common mistakes with Disc

• Confused with 'disk' which is often a spelling used in computing.
• Using 'disc' for digital storage when 'disk' is more common.
• Mispronouncing the word as 'disk' instead of 'disc' in contexts referring to non-digital items.

Frequently asked questions about Disc

What does Disc mean?

A flat, round object.

What is the definition of Disc?

a thin flat round object

How do you use Disc in a sentence?

He threw the disc across the field during the ultimate frisbee game.

Can you give another example of Disc?

The artist created a beautiful disc that represented the sun.

What are synonyms for Disc?

Common alternatives include plate, disk, circle, wheel.

What is the opposite of Disc?

Opposite meanings include discourage, dissuade.

What words go with Disc?

It commonly pairs with compact, DVD, vinyl, play, insert, hear, on (a/​the) disc, disc of, compact, DVD, vinyl, play, insert, hear, on (a/​the) disc, disc of, herniated, prolapsed, slipped, slip.

What are common mistakes when using Disc?

Confused with 'disk' which is often a spelling used in computing. Using 'disc' for digital storage when 'disk' is more common. Mispronouncing the word as 'disk' instead of 'disc' in contexts referring to non-digital items.

How do you pronounce Disc?

US: /["/dɪsk/"]/, UK: /["/dɪsk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Disc?

Used in various contexts like music (CDs), sports (frisbee), or technology (hard drives). Generally appropriate in everyday conversations but can be more technical in specific contexts.

What CEFR level is Disc?

"Disc" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.