"Scotch tape" meaning in English

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Noun

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. Etymology templates: {{glossary|Genericized trademark}} Genericized trademark, {{m|en|w:Scotch Tape|Scotch Tape}} Scotch Tape, {{m|en|Dutch oven}} Dutch oven Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Scotch tape (uncountable)
  1. (US, Philippines, Singapore) transparent or translucent pressure-sensitive adhesive tape, used for sealing items together, especially paper. Wikipedia link: Scotch tape Tags: Philippines, Singapore, US, uncountable Categories (topical): Tapes Synonyms: sellotape [Australia, Britain, Ireland, New-Zealand], sticky tape [Australia, Britain] Related terms: adhesive tape, Durex, sticky tape, tape

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