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sellotape Definition

sel·lo·tape (sel′ō tāp′)

noun

a thin, transparent cellulose or plastic adhesive tape

Etymology: < Sellotape, a Brit trademark

transitive verb -·taped′, -·tap′·ing

to fasten or seal with this tape

sellotape Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: Using sellotape we attached a funnel to the top of the ramp.
  • put: I would advise that you put sellotape along the front leading edge of the main wings as this would strengthen it against knocks.
  • side: These are fixed by four narrow strips of double sided sellotape, applied around the inside of each window with a pair of tweezers.

Adjective modifier

  • more: More Sellotape was used in the wrapping of Mr John than was used by front-line troops in the Vietnam War.

Modifies a noun

  • dispenser: Plastic support for a moon globe with the inner section only under crossed-polars and Sellotape dispenser with tape removed.
  • experience: But using one's own incisors to complete the process is an integral part of the sellotape experience.