tape
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1tape

noun \ˈtāp\

Definition of TAPE

1
: a narrow woven fabric
2
: a string or ribbon stretched breast-high above the finish line of a race
3
: a narrow flexible strip or band: as
a : adhesive tape
b : magnetic tape ; also : cassette 2b

Examples of TAPE

  1. His eyeglasses are held together with tape.
  2. The show was recorded on tape.
  3. I was listening to a tape in the car.
  4. She stuck a tape in the VCR.

Origin of TAPE

Middle English, from Old English tæppe
First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to TAPE

2tape

verb
tapedtap·ing

Definition of TAPE

transitive verb
1
: to fasten, tie, bind, cover, or support with tape
2
: to record on tape and especially magnetic tape <tape an interview>
intransitive verb
: to record something on tape and especially magnetic tape

Examples of TAPE

  1. She taped a note to the refrigerator.
  2. I taped the box shut.
  3. The show is taped before a live audience.

First Known Use of TAPE

1609

3tape

adjective

Definition of TAPE

1
: recorded on tape <tape music>
2
: intended for use with recording (as magnetic) tape <a tape cartridge>

First Known Use of TAPE

1947

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