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    Adhesive

    /əˈdhiːsɪv/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A substance used for sticking objects or materials together.
    The carpenter used a strong adhesive to bond the pieces of wood.
    A material that promotes adhesion, such as glue or paste.
    You can find this adhesive in the craft aisle of the store.
    adjective
    Having the ability to stick to surfaces.
    The adhesive tape worked perfectly for sealing the package.
    Pertaining to a substance that causes adhesion.
    The adhesive properties of this glue make it ideal for repair work.

    Etymology

    from Latin 'adhesivus', from 'adhaerere' meaning 'to stick to'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    adhesive bandage:
    A small bandage sticky on one side used for protecting wounds.
    adhesive tape:
    A tape with a sticky surface used for binding or attaching things.
    pressure-sensitive adhesive:
    An adhesive that bonds substrates without the need for heat or solvents.

    Related Words

    adhesion
    The tendency of dissimilar particles or surfaces to cling to one another.
    cohesion
    The action or property of like molecules sticking together.
    bonding
    The process of joining two or more materials together.

    Slang Meanings

    Sticky stuff
    I need some sticky stuff to fix this.
    Glue
    Pass me the glue for this project.