adhesive
ədˈhiːsɪv
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Definition of adhesive - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

bondingTECH.material that bonds surfaces firmlyTECH.
  • The adhesive ensured the tiles stayed in place.
cement glue paste

Adjective

1.
materialssticky and able to stick to surfaces
  • The adhesive tape is very sticky.
gluey tacky
2.
bonding capabilityTECH.able to adhere or bond surfaces together effectivelyTECH.
  • Adhesive tape is used for various household repairs.
gluey sticky
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  • adhesive: material that bonds surfaces firmly
    material that bonds surfaces firmly

Expressions with adhesive

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tape coated with sticky substance for attaching things
She used adhesive tape to fix the poster on the wall..
small sticky tag fixed to something to show information or identification
Each folder had an adhesive label with the client’s name.
sticky strip used on skin to cover or hold a dressing
She put on an adhesive plaster to keep the gauze in place.
narrow piece of sticky material used to attach or seal things
She used an adhesive strip to seal the edge of the poster.
product that helps dentures stick to gums
He bought a new denture adhesive for better comfort.
able to stick to surfaces without extra glue
This self-adhesive label is easy to apply.

Origin of adhesive

Latin, adhaesivus (sticking to)

Terms with adhesive included in their meaning

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sticky paper
small paper with adhesive for writing short notes
adhesive
sticky substance used for joining things
stickyadj.
adhesive
covered with a substance that adheres
adhesive
flexible material with sticky surface for sticking things
label
adhesive label with a message for vehicle bumpers
repairs
strong adhesive tape used for repairs
craft hardware
handheld heater that dispenses adhesive for joining materials
stationery
solid adhesive in a twist-up tube

Examples of adhesive in a sentence

  • The adhesive was strong enough to hold the poster.
  • The adhesive label won't peel off.
  • Adhesive properties make it useful.
  • The adhesive properties of the glue were impressive.
  • Adhesive labels are convenient for organizing files.

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  1. French:adhésif, collant, ...
  2. German:Klebstoff, klebend, ...
  3. Italian:adesivo, appiccicoso, ...
  4. Spanish:adhesivo, pegajoso, ...
  5. Portuguese:adesivo, colante, ...
  6. Chinese:粘合剂, 粘性的, ...
  7. Japanese:接着剤, 粘着性のある, ...
  8. Arabic:لاصِق, مُلتصق, ...
  9. Hebrew:דֶּבֶק, דָּבִיק, ...
  10. Russian:клей, клейкий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:клей, клейкий, ...
  12. Hindi:चिपकाने वाला पदार्थ, चिपकने वाला, ...

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