Superglue
(noun)
A fast-drying, strong adhesive used to bond surfaces together, often used in place of traditional glue.
Origin:
Coined in the mid-20th century, a trademark of a brand of cyanoacrylate adhesive.
Examples:
- She used superglue to fix the broken vase.
- The carpenter chose to use superglue instead of nails for a more subtle finish.
- I accidentally got some superglue on my fingers and couldn't get it off.
- The superglue bond held the plastic parts together securely.
- The handyman used superglue to repair the loose chair leg.