Scotch tape

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Transparent or translucent pressure-sensitive adhesive tape, used for sealing items together, especially paper. Canada, Philippines, Singapore, US, uncountable
  2. 2
    transparent or semitransparent adhesive tape (trade names Scotch tape and Sellotape) used for sealing or attaching or mending wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    fasten or attach with sellotape wordnet

Etymology

Genericized 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.

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