Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tape

noun, verb
/teɪp/
Definition
A narrow strip of material used for binding or attaching objects or for recording sound and images.
Examples
  • The teacher used tape to hang the poster on the wall.
  • We need to tape the package securely before shipping it.
  • He recorded the meeting on tape for future reference.
Meaning
Tape can refer to either an adhesive strip used for sticking things together or a ribbon used for recording audio or video.
Synonyms
  • adhesive
  • film
  • strip