Definition

Noun: A strip of material, typically flexible, coated on one side with a sticky substance (adhesive) used for joining objects or surfaces together, or for sealing and mending.

Usage

"Adhesive tape" is a mass noun referring to the material itself. It is used for binding, attaching, mending, or sealing items. It is often specified by its purpose or material (e.g., masking tape, duct tape, surgical tape).

Examples

• Please use adhesive tape to seal the box.
• The first aid kit contains bandages and adhesive tape.
• She repaired the torn book cover with clear adhesive tape.

Advanced Usage

• "a roll/piece/strip of adhesive tape": Used to quantify the noun.
  • He cut a strip of adhesive tape to secure the wire.

Variants and Related Words

• Duct tape: A strong, cloth-backed, waterproof adhesive tape.
• Masking tape: A easily removable adhesive tape used in painting to protect surfaces.
• Electrical tape: A vinyl tape used to insulate electrical wires.
• Surgical tape: A hypoallergenic tape used to secure bandages.
• Adhesive (noun): The sticky substance itself.

Synonyms

• Sticky tape
• Pressure-sensitive tape

Related Phrases

• Scotch tape: (A proprietary brand name often used generically for clear adhesive tape).
  • I'll fix it with some Scotch tape.

Noun

1. tape coated with adhesive