Meaning of the word cartridges in English

What does cartridges mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cartridges

US /ˈkɑːrtrɪdʒɪz/
UK /ˈkɑːtrɪdʒɪz/

Plural Noun

1.

a container holding a quantity of a substance, such as ink for a printer or toner for a photocopier, designed for easy replacement

Example:
I need to buy new ink cartridges for my printer.
The store sells various types of toner cartridges.
2.

a casing containing a charge and a bullet or shot for a firearm

Example:
The hunter loaded fresh cartridges into his rifle.
Empty cartridges littered the shooting range.