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Cathode Ray Tube - CRT

By Tim Fisher, About.com

Definition: Abbreviated at CRT, it is a large vacuum tube used to display an image on a screen. Generally, it refers to a type of computer monitor utilizing a CRT.
Also Known As: CRT
Examples:
"The CRT monitor was larger and heavier compared to some of the newer monitors available but at such a discounted price, I couldn't pass it up."
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