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washi tape

washi tape noun: a kind of decorative masking tape used in handicraft projects.

Noun

washi tape (countable and uncountable, plural washi tapes)

  1. A kind of decorative masking tape used in handicraft projects.
    • Whether made by a small business or a household name like Scotch, washi tape comes in countless colors, patterns and thicknesses and can be used for just as many adhesive-related projects, from decorating envelopes and empty jars to creating section dividers and adhering photos/ephemera in journals.2025 January 6, Daniel Toy, “I’ve been journaling for more than 20 years. Here are my 25 favorite journaling supplies”, in CNN
    Synonyms:
    journal tape

Synonyms of washi tape

Forms of washi tape

pluralwashi tapes

Origin of washi tape

From Japanese 和紙 (washi) + tape.

Questions about washi tape

What does washi tape mean?
Washi tape means a kind of decorative masking tape used in handicraft projects.
What part of speech is washi tape?
Washi tape is a noun.
What is the plural of washi tape?
The plural of washi tape is washi tapes.

Words near washi tape in the dictionary

  1. washhand-stand
  2. washhand-stands
  3. washhouse
  4. washhouses
  5. washi
  6. washi tape
  7. washi tapes
  8. washier
  9. washies
  10. washiest
  11. washikong

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