adhesive

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adjective

ad·he·sive ad-ˈhē-siv

-ziv

əd-

Synonyms of adhesive next

: tending to remain in association or memory

: tending to adhere or cause adherence

: prepared for adhering

medical : characterized by the formation of new fibrous tissue resulting from an inflammatory process

adhesive inflammations

adhesively adverb

adhesiveness noun

adhesive

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noun

: an adhesive substance (such as glue or cement)

: a postage stamp with a gummed back

Example Sentences

Adjective Cover the cut with an adhesive bandage. walked barefoot through adhesive, clayey mud Noun You'll need a strong adhesive to attach the boards. prefers postage stamps coated with adhesive so that she doesn't have to do any licking

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

This setup fits any laptop that’s 12 to 17 inches, and attaches via a resistance band and grips (so no magnets or adhesive needed). —

Jill Schildhouse, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2023 If any adhesive remains, apply more solution and scrape clean. —

Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 24 May 2023 That being said, it’s decently priced, and removes even the most adhesive makeup like waterproof products without being harsh on your skin. —

Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 30 Nov. 2022 Halloween is up first, and this set of adhesive bats is a great way to add a unique decoration without spending too much time or money. —

Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2022 These types of portable monitors often stick to the lid of a laptop using either weak magnets or adhesive. —

Hunter Fenollol, Popular Mechanics, 31 May 2023 From the essentials in every celeb dresser’s styling kit to the sticky superstars that give your bust an extra boost, read on for the best stick-on bras, nipple covers and more adhesive support to keep on stand-by. —

Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2023 These attach either via a clip to the front of your bra or with adhesive to the skin on your upper back and vibrate when your posture starts to slip. —

Women's Health, 17 May 2023 Did the primer or the adhesive used for the repair freeze? —

Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 12 May 2023

Noun

While one tweezer appendage isolates the natural eyelash, another picks up an extension, dips it in adhesive and lays it over the natural eyelash. —

Amber Ferguson, Washington Post, 10 June 2023 Perfect for backless tops, this bra is available in sizes A through D, is washable and reusable, offers a front clasp closure and features medical-grade adhesive. —

Natalie Alcala, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Apr. 2023 These affordable nails have a strong adhesive that's easy to apply from the comfort of home. —

Madison Yauger, PEOPLE.com, 8 July 2022 Some systems may require drilling, but others will use a license plate bracket or adhesives to prevent the user from having to put holes in their bodywork. —

Talon Homer, Popular Mechanics, 7 Apr. 2023 Sonos continues to put more and more focus on repairability and sustainability — the Era speakers utilize screws instead of excessive adhesives, for instance — so preserving an easily swappable battery makes sense. —

Chris Welch, The Verge, 23 Mar. 2023 Adhesives: Egg whites can be used as a natural adhesive for paper and other materials. —

Richard Howells, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2023 Park's nail wrap designs are printed on a thin adhesive that can be removed with acetone. —

Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 23 May 2022 These include non-VOC paints and adhesives, durable wood flooring and all-quartz countertops. —

Dallas Builders Association, Dallas News, 5 May 2023 See More

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