washi tape

noun

plural washi tapes
: a decorative removable adhesive tape typically used for embellishing paper crafts
Crafters … can get a great selection of hard-to-find washi tape in all kinds of lovely prints and colours …Sally Davies
Print out those photos and preserve your favorite summertime moments with a scrapbook. To make this summer hobby even more fun, throw it all the way back to childhood and stock up on colorfully patterned paper, stickers, washi tape, and other embellishments.Ashley Selleke
Whether you're creating cheap easy crafts or personalized gifts, washi tapes can uplift your projects without breaking the bank.Tabby McFarland
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Word History

First Known Use

2010, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of washi tape was in 2010

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“Washi tape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/washi%20tape. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.

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