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/teɪps/
(tape)
strip for fastening or recording
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tape' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tæppe,' where 'tæppe' meant 'narrow strip of cloth.'
Historical Evolution
'tæppe' transformed into the Middle English word 'tape,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tape.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a narrow strip of cloth,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a strip of material used for binding or recording.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a thin strip of material, typically used for binding or fastening things together.
She used tape to seal the package.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to record sound or pictures on magnetic tape.
He tapes the show every week.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45