adhesive

/ædˈhi.sɪv/

UK: /ədˈhiː.sɪv/

ÆDHI · sɪv (2 syllables)

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Definition

Sticky; tenacious, as glutinous substances.

Etymology

From French adhésif, from Medieval Latin adhaesivus, from adhaereō (supine adhaesum); see adhere.

Example Sentences

  • "adhesive material"
  • "adhesive tape"
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