CD case
[/ˌsiː diː ˈkeɪs/]
nounpl: CD cases
capa de CD / estojo de CD
1. a protective container or jacket designed to hold and store a compact disc (CD), typically made of plastic or cardboard
I kept all my music CDs in protective CD cases to prevent scratches.
Guardei todos os meus CDs de música em capas de CD protetoras para evitar arranhões.
2. the hard plastic jewel case commonly used for commercial audio CDs
The album came in a standard CD case with artwork on the cover.
O álbum veio em uma capa de CD padrão com ilustrações na capa.
3. a soft or hard envelope designed to protect CDs during storage or transportation
She bought a bulk pack of CD cases for her collection.
Ela comprou um pacote com várias capas de CD para sua coleção.
CD cases were ubiquitous in music retail and personal collections from the 1990s through early 2000s in both the US and Brazil. While physical CD usage has declined with digital streaming, CD cases remain nostalgic items among collectors and vinyl enthusiasts. In Brazil, the phrase 'capa de CD' is widely understood across all age groups, though younger generations may be unfamiliar with their practical use.
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