Diskette

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dɪsˈkÉ›t/

Origin

disk + -ette, by analogy with cassette

Noun

1. (computing) A small, flexible, magnetic disk for storage and retrieval of data.
2. (computing, dated) an 8-inch floppy disk

Synonyms

• floppy
• floppy disk
• floppy diskette
• disk (Considered as a contraction in the UK)

Derived terms

• mini-diskette
• micro-diskette