hard disk

/ˌhɑrd ˌˈdɪsk/
/hɑd dɪsk/
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Other forms: hard disks

Definitions of hard disk
  1. noun
    a rigid magnetic disk mounted permanently in a drive unit
    synonyms: fixed disk, hard disc
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    types:
    removable disk
    a hard disk that can be removed from the disk drive; removal prevents unauthorized use
    type of:
    disc, disk, magnetic disc, magnetic disk
    (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat plate on which information is stored
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