adhesive tape

noun
cotton or other fabric coated with an adhesive substance, used for covering minor injuries on the skin, holding a bandage in place, etc.

Origin:
1930–34

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adhesive tape

noun
tape coated with adhesive 
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Adhesive tape is always a great word to know.
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
Example sentences
At no time should adhesive tape or similar materials, or petroleum products be
  used to seal connections or repair leaks.
The electrode has to be held in place with an adhesive tape.
Peeling adhesive tape can create nanosecond bursts of x-rays.
If covers are detached from the body of the book, secure them with linen or
  white cotton non-adhesive tape.
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