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- Dictionaryadhesive/ədˈ(h)iːsɪv/
adjective
- 1. able to stick fast to a surface or object; sticky: "an adhesive label"
noun
- 1. a substance used for sticking objects or materials together; glue: "tile adhesive"
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ADHESIVE definition: 1. a sticky substance that is used for joining things together, usually permanently: 2. designed…. Learn more.
Adhesive, any substance that is capable of holding materials together in a functional manner by surface attachment that resists separation. “Adhesive” as a general term includes cement, mucilage, glue, and paste—terms that are often used interchangeably for any organic material that forms an.
Adhesive, also known as glue, cement, mucilage, or paste, [1] is any non-metallic substance applied to one or both surfaces of two separate items that binds them together and resists their separation. [2] The use of adhesives offers certain advantages over other binding techniques such as sewing, mechanical fastenings, and welding.
noun. 1. : an adhesive substance (such as glue or cement) 2. : a postage stamp with a gummed back. Synonyms. Adjective.
a sticky substance that is used for joining things together, usually permanently: You'll need a strong adhesive to fix that chair. Fill in the gaps with clear silicone adhesive. Synonym. glue. Fewer examples. This protective metal strip affixes to the edge of the stove with strong adhesive.
A substance, such as paste or cement, that causes two surfaces to stick together. Adhesives are made of gelatin or other substances, such as epoxy, resin, or polyethylene.
An adhesive is something sticky that holds things together. Use an adhesive to repair a cracked plate.
An adhesive is a substance that is used to make two surfaces stick firmly together. When using adhesives, ensure that all surfaces to be joined are clean and dry. Solvents are present in paints, degreasing solutions, and adhesives. The car's body is made mainly from aluminum panels joined by rivets and adhesives.
1. Tending to adhere; sticky. 2. Gummed so as to adhere. 3. Tending to persist; difficult if not impossible to shake off: "He feels an adhesive dread, a sudden acquaintance with the ... darker side of mankind" (George F. Will). n. A substance, such as paste or cement, that provides or promotes adhesion.
noun. /ədˈhiːsɪv/, /ədˈhiːzɪv/ [countable, uncountable] a substance that you use to make things stick together. Use a good waterproof adhesive in addition to the screws. The adhesive takes at least an hour to set. Word Origin. Take your English to the next level.
