Scotch tape

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English

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A roll of Scotch tape.

Etymology

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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.

Noun

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Scotch tape (uncountable)

  1. (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

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  • Romanian: scoci
  • Russian: скотч (skotč)

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