tape

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. a thin strip of magnetic material used for recording sound or pictures.

n. a narrow strip of magnetic or optical material used for the storage of audio or video data.

“He found an old tape of his parents' wedding in the attic.”

“Although digital formats have taken over, some audiophiles still prefer the warm sound produced by high-quality analogue tape.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a long strip of fabric or metal marked with units like centimetres for measuring length.

n. a flexible ruler consisting of a ribbon of cloth, plastic, or metal with linear-measurement markings.

“The tailor wrapped the tape around his waist to get the correct measurement.”

“The surveyor extended the steel tape across the foundation to verify that the dimensions matched the architectural blueprints.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports

n. a strip of paper or ribbon stretched across the end of a race track.

n. a ribbon or string stretched across a finish line that the winner of a race must break or touch.

“The runner cheered as he broke the tape at the end of the marathon.”

“The sprinters were so close that the judges had to review the footage to see who actually hit the tape first.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to record sound or video using a camera or recorder.

v. to record audio or video content, originally referring to magnetic media but now used broadly for digital recording.

“Did you tape the football game while I was at work?”

“The journalists were permitted to tape the interview provided they did not release the footage until after the official announcement.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to stick something down or join things together using sticky tape.

v. to fasten, secure, or seal an object using adhesive tape.

“She taped the poster to the wall so it wouldn't fall down.”

“The movers carefully taped the lids of the boxes to prevent them from opening during transit.”