adhesive
Pronunciation: [ədˈhiːsɪv]
Word
Context: "manufacturing"
(noun) a substance used to stick things together. Think of it like glue that helps two different items hold tight to each other. Adhesives can be used for craft projects, fixing things, or in construction.
Example
I used a strong adhesive to fix my broken toy.
Example
The adhesive didn't work at all, so the pieces came apart again.
Example
What kind of adhesive should I use for this project?
Context: "properties"
(adjective) describing something that has the ability to stick to other things. If a tape or glue is adhesive, it means it can help hold things together well.
Example
The adhesive tape held the paper securely to the wall.
Example
This non-adhesive surface doesn't stick to anything; it's slippery.
Example
Is this material adhesive enough to connect the two pieces?
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