verb
DVR
DVR (verb) means to record a television broadcast using a digital video recorder, for watching later. Example: “I'm going to DVR the game since I have to work late.”
verb
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To record a television broadcast using a digital video recorder, for watching later.
"I'm going to DVR the game since I have to work late."
"She DVRs every episode of her favorite shows."
How to use DVR
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo record a TV show digitally so you can watch it later.
When to use it
Informal; originally a brand-style acronym (Digital Video Recorder) that became a casual verb.
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- DVRs
- Past tense
- DVRed
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I'm going to _____ the game since I have to work late.
Frequently asked questions
What does “DVR” mean?
The word “DVR” means to record a television broadcast using a digital video recorder, for watching later. In plain terms, to record a TV show digitally so you can watch it later.
How do you use “DVR” in a sentence?
Here is “DVR” used in a sentence: “I'm going to DVR the game since I have to work late.”
What part of speech is “DVR”?
“DVR” is a verb.
What is the meaning of DVR?
"DVR" (verb) means to record a television broadcast using a digital video recorder, for watching later.
