Associations to the word «Adhesive»

Wiktionary

ADHESIVE, adjective. Sticky; tenacious, as glutinous substances.
ADHESIVE, adjective. Apt or tending to adhere; clinging.
ADHESIVE, noun. A substance, such as glue, that provides or promotes adhesion.
ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS, noun. (pathology) A disorder in which the shoulder capsule, the connective tissue surrounding the glenohumeral joint of the shoulder, becomes inflamed and stiff, greatly restricting motion and causing chronic pain.
ADHESIVE TAPE, noun. (US) Sticky tape, typically white in color and 1/2 to 1 inch wide, intended for use in fastening bandages and related healthcare applications.
ADHESIVE TAPES, noun. Plural of adhesive tape

Dictionary definition

ADHESIVE, noun. A substance that unites or bonds surfaces together.
ADHESIVE, adjective. Tending to adhere.

Wise words

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