recorder /rɪˈkɔːdə/ CET4 TEM4

• 1. 

  N-COUNT You can refer to a cassette recorder, a tape recorder, or a video recorder as a recorder. 录音机; 录像机

  例：

  Rodney put the recorder on the desk top and pushed the play button.

  罗德尼把录音机放在桌面上，按下了播放键。

• 2. 

  → see also tape recorder, video recorder

• 3. 

  N-VAR A recorder is a wooden or plastic musical instrument in the shape of a pipe. You play the recorder by blowing into the top of it and covering and uncovering the holes with your fingers. 竖笛

• 4. 

  N-COUNT A recorder is a machine or instrument that keeps a record of something, for example in an experiment or on a vehicle. 记录仪器

  例：

  Data recorders also pinpoint mechanical faults rapidly, reducing repair times.

  数据记录仪器也能很快查明机械故障，减少维修时间。