Meaning of the word tape in English

What does tape mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tape

US /teɪp/

UK /teɪp/

a narrow strip of material, typically used to hold things together or to mark off an area

Example:

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Please use some tape to seal the box.

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The police put yellow tape around the crime scene.

Synonym:

adhesive tape strip band

a cassette or reel of magnetic tape, used for recording or playing sound or video

Example:

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He found an old audio tape in the attic.

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The interview was recorded on video tape.

Synonym:

cassette reel videotape audiotape

to fasten or seal with tape

Example:

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Can you help me tape up these boxes?

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She taped the poster to the wall.

Synonym:

fasten seal stick adhere

to record (sound or video) on magnetic tape

Example:

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They decided to tape the entire concert.

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The show was taped live last night.

Synonym:

record video film