Definitions
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- A trademark for adhesive tape.
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- proper noun US
transparent ortranslucent pressure -sensitive adhesive tape , used for sealing items together, especially paper.
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- verb fasten or attach with sellotape
- noun transparent or semitransparent adhesive tape (trade names Scotch tape and Sellotape) used for sealing or attaching or mending
Etymologies
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Reportedly a reference to the stereotypical tendency of the Scottish towards thrift, due to cutting of corners with the product initially produced.
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abigail commented on the word Scotch tape
"Trademark Law" advises that proper usage is "Scotch brand cellophane tape" to combat "generic tendencies".
March 25, 2011