adhesive

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a substance that unites or bonds surfaces together
  2. adjective tending to adhere

Etymology

From French adhésif, from Medieval Latin adhaesivus, from adhaereō (supine adhaesum); see adhere.

In classic literature

Synonyms

adhesive material, adhesive agent

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