nonadhesive
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Definition
Adjective: - Not tending to adhere: Describes a surface or material that does not stick or cling to other surfaces. It lacks adhesive properties.
Usage
The word "nonadhesive" is used to describe materials, tapes, bandages, coatings, or surfaces that are specifically designed not to stick or that naturally lack stickiness. It is the direct opposite of "adhesive."
Examples
- Adjective:
- The package was sealed with nonadhesive tape that was easy to remove.
- For this craft project, you need a nonadhesive backing so the pieces can be rearranged.
- The surgeon used nonadhesive gauze on the sensitive burn wound.
Advanced Usage
- Technical/Industrial Context: Used in manufacturing and medicine to specify materials that should not bond.
- The nonadhesive coating on the machinery parts prevents residue buildup.
Variants and Related Words
- Nonadhesion (noun): The state or condition of not adhering.
- The nonadhesion of the film to the substrate was a critical design requirement.
Synonyms
- Non-stick: (Often used for cookware) Preventing food from sticking.
- Non-cohesive: Not sticking together (often refers to particles of the same material).
- Slippery: Smooth and difficult to grip or adhere to (context-dependent).
Antonyms
- Adhesive: Having the ability to stick.
- Sticky: Tending to adhere.
- Tacky: Slightly sticky.