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Adhesive Tape

/ədˈhiːsɪv teɪp/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A strip of material coated with an adhesive on one or both sides, used for sticking objects together.

    "I used adhesive tape to fix the torn paper."
  2. 2

    A type of tape that is specifically designed to adhere to surfaces for various applications.

    "The adhesive tape is perfect for wrapping gifts."

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The term 'adhesive' originates from the Latin word 'adhaesivus', meaning 'sticking to', which evolved through Middle English. 'Tape' comes from the Old English 'tæppe', referring to a narrow strip of material, which has been used since the 14th century.

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