This meaning of tape describes a sticky strip used to join or cover things. It often comes on a roll and can be clear or colored.
I use tape to fix the broken box.
She puts tape on the gift to close it.
Tape in this meaning is a thin strip that stores recorded sound, video, or data. People used it before CDs and computers were common.
He listens to music on a tape.
They found old tapes with movies on them.
Here, tape means the whole media used in machines to record and play back sounds or pictures. It often refers to video or audio cassettes.
I watched a tape of the game yesterday.
Please rewind the tape before returning it.
To tape something means to use sticky tape to fix it or hold it in place. This is a simple action word.
She taped the papers to the wall.
He taped the box closed with clear tape.
This verb form means to record audio or video using a tape recorder or camera. It means saving sounds or pictures on tape.
They taped the concert last night.
I taped the interview for the project.
Tape here means a flexible ruler used to measure size, length, or distance. It usually rolls up when not in use.
Use the tape to measure the table.
The tape is twenty meters long.
This tape is used by athletes to protect muscles or joints during sports. It helps prevent injuries or supports healing.
He put tape on his ankle for support.
The athlete uses tape to avoid injuries.
Here, 'tape' means a secret or important recorded audio or video. It is often used in legal or crime contexts.
The police found a tape of the conversation.
The tape revealed important secrets.
