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What did Berliner's gramophone record come to be known as in American English?

  • Gramophone record

  • Disc record

  • Sheet record

  • Vinyl record

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Gramophone records, Berliner's invention, were initially known as gramophone records in American English as well. However, the term "record" gradually gained popularity, likely for its brevity and ease of use in everyday speech. By the early 20th century, "record" had become the dominant term, while "gramophone record" became less frequently used.
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