Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • A trademark for adhesive tape.

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  • proper noun US transparent or translucent 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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  • "Trademark Law" advises that proper usage is "Scotch brand cellophane tape" to combat "generic tendencies".

    March 25, 2011