Tape

/teɪp/

noun

A thin, narrow strip of material, such as plastic or paper, that is sticky on one side.

I used some tape to fix the cracked window.

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Pro Tip 1/3

Used for temporarily fixing broken objects or to hold pieces together while working.

He broke his guitar, but managed to tape it back together.

Pro Tip 2/3

Often used to quickly solve a problem without the need for specialized equipment.

If a book cover rips, just tape it; no need for a new cover.

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Ideal for attaching items when you plan to remove the tape later without leaving marks.

She taped the poster on the wall since it's easy to take down later.

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