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.

Noun

1. nylon fabric used as a fastening

Verb

1. fasten with Velcro
   • velcro the belt