duct tape
duct tape — noun
1. a very strong, waterproof cloth tape with a sticky surface, sold in rolls and us
a very strong, waterproof cloth tape with a sticky surface, sold in rolls and used for repairing objects, sealing packages, or holding things together in everyday situations
Mei used duct tape to patch the torn cover of her camping chair.
collocation: 'use duct tape to patch'
The plumber stopped the drip by wrapping duct tape around the leaky pipe.
temporary repair with 'wrap duct tape around'
Amir sealed the cardboard box with duct tape before mailing it to Taichung.
Keep a roll of duct tape in the glove compartment for roadside emergencies.
The stage crew held the loose cable in place with duct tape during the play.
- gaffer tape
similar strong cloth tape used in film and theatre; leaves less sticky residue when removed
- adhesive tape
general term for sticky tape; less specific and usually not as strong as duct tape
- repair tape
marketing term for tapes sold for household repairs; strength varies by brand
文法句型
a roll of duct tape
a strip of duct tape
a piece of duct tape
用法筆記
Duct tape is uncountable in standard use, so you cannot say 'a duct tape' for a single piece. Use 'a roll of duct tape,' 'a strip of duct tape,' or 'a piece of duct tape' instead.