Tape ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Tape ( noun )

1. A narrow strip of material, such as cloth, paper, or plastic, that is used to bind, fasten, or attach things together.
2. A strip of magnetic material on which sound or visual images can be recorded and stored.
3. A strip of adhesive material used for sealing, attaching, or mending.

Origin:

Middle english tapen, from old english tæppan; akin to old high german zapfen to tap, old english tæppa a tap.

Examples:

1. He used tape to fix the broken vase.
2. She recorded the conversation on tape.
3. I need to buy some tape.
4. The box was sealed with tape.
5. The tape is used to hold the papers together.

(As a verb)

Tape ( verb )

1. A narrow strip of material, such as cloth, paper, or plastic, that is used to bind, fasten, or attach things together.
2. A strip of magnetic material on which sound or visual images can be recorded and stored.
3. A strip of adhesive material used for sealing, attaching, or mending.

Origin:

Middle english tapen, from old english tæppan; akin to old high german zapfen to tap, old english tæppa a tap.

Examples:

1. He used tape to fix the broken vase.
2. She recorded the conversation on tape.
3. I need to buy some tape.
4. The box was sealed with tape.
5. The tape is used to hold the papers together.