pick-up

Definitions of pick-up
  1. noun
    machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically
    synonyms: tourne-disque
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    types:
    gramophone
    an antique record player; the sound of the vibrating needle is amplified acoustically
    type of:
    appareil, automate
    any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
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