velcro

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velcro

The child uses velcro to fasten her sneakers.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A brand name for a type of fastening material: Velcro refers to a specific nylon fabric fastener consisting of two strips, one with tiny hooks and the other with small loops, that adhere when pressed together.
    • The fastening system itself: It can also refer to the fastening mechanism or closure made from this material.

  2. Verb:

    • To fasten or attach using this material: To close, secure, or join something by pressing the hook and loop strips together.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • The child's shoes have Velcro instead of laces, making them easy to put on.
    • I need to replace the worn Velcro on my jacket.

  • Verb:

    • Please velcro the flap shut to secure the bag.
    • He velcroed the protective pads onto his knees before skating.
Advanced Usage
  • Generic Trademark: While "Velcro" is a registered trademark, it is often used generically to describe any similar hook-and-loop fastener.
    • Many products use a velcro-like closure.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hook and loop (fastener): The generic, non-brand term for this type of fastening system.
  • Fastener: A general term for any device used to hold objects together.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Hook-and-loop fastener, touch fastener.
  • Verb: Fasten, secure, close, attach.
Related Phrases
  • "Velcroed shut": Describes something securely closed with Velcro.
    • The case was velcroed shut to keep the contents safe.
  • "Rip of velcro": Describes the action and sound of pulling the fastener apart.
    • The rip of velcro echoed in the quiet room.
velcro

The child uses velcro to fasten her sneakers.

Noun
  1. nylon fabric used as a fastening
Verb
  1. fasten with Velcro
    • velcro the belt

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