Scotch tape
See also: scotchtape
English
editEtymology
editGenericized trademark from Scotch Tape. Reportedly a reference to the stereotypical tendency of the Scottish towards thrift, due to cutting of corners with the product initially produced. Compare Dutch oven for similar sense of origin.
Noun
edit- (US, Philippines, Singapore, Canada) Transparent or translucent pressure-sensitive adhesive tape, used for sealing items together, especially paper.
- Synonyms: (Britain, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand) sellotape, (Britain, Australia) sticky tape
Descendants
editTranslations
editadhesive tape — see adhesive tape
See also
editReferences
edit- “Scotch tape”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.