jukebox
(1) A device that provides access to multiple storage media, such as CD-ROMs. Jukeboxes range from simple internal drives that hold a quartet of discs to massive external systems capable of holding hundreds of discs.
(2) A device for playing back collections of music. In bars, this is generally an audio CD carousel. On your computer, a jukebox program such as Winamp allows you to play back, create song lists, catalog, and otherwise manipulate your digital song collection.
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