tape

[teɪp]

tape Definition

  • 1a long, narrow strip of material, typically used to stick things together or to cover or hold something in place
  • 2a cassette or reel containing magnetic tape for recording sound or video

Using tape: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tape" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I used tape to wrap the gift.

  • Example

    The box was held together with tape.

  • Example

    He recorded his voice on tape.

  • Example

    She watched an old movie on tape.

tape Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tape

Phrases with tape

  • a type of adhesive tape that is coated with a thin layer of a sticky substance on one side

    Example

    I used sticky tape to fix the broken vase.

  • a strong, cloth-backed, waterproof adhesive tape

    Example

    He fixed the leaky pipe with duct tape.

  • a cassette or reel containing magnetic tape for recording and playing back visual images and sound

    Example

    We watched the wedding videotape together.

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Summary: tape in Brief

The term 'tape' [teɪp] refers to a long, narrow strip of material used to stick things together or to cover or hold something in place. It also refers to a cassette or reel containing magnetic tape for recording sound or video. Examples include 'I used tape to wrap the gift.' and 'She watched an old movie on tape.' Phrases include 'sticky tape,' 'duct tape,' and 'videotape.'

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