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Definition tape in American English

tape noun

noun
/teɪp/
1

a long thin plastic band on which you can record sounds, pictures, or information

Example

We have the concert on tape.

Synonyms and related words
audiotape audiovisual CD
1.1

a plastic case called a cassette containing tape that you can use for recording something or on which something has been recorded

Example

This is a great tape - have you heard it?

Example

We need a blank tape so that we can record the movie.

Synonyms and related words
audiotape audiovisual CD
2

a long thin band of plastic that is sticky on one side and is used for sticking things together

Synonyms and related words
adhesive binder Blu-Tack
Synonyms and related words
adjustable wrench Allen wrench applicator
4

a recording, not necessarily one that is recorded on tape

Example

In a tweet Donald Trump hinted that there might be 'tapes' of his conversations with former FBI chief Comey.

Definition tape in American English