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Masking Tape

Definition: Masking tape is a type of adhesive tape that is designed with a light and easily removable adhesive. It is primarily used for temporarily fixing or masking surfaces during painting, crafting, or DIY projects.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun (Common):

- Masking tape can be used to cover or protect areas of a surface that should not be painted, ensuring clean and crisp lines.

- The painter used masking tape to mark off the edges before starting to paint the room.

2. Noun (Local):

- In some regions, masking tape is also known as painter's tape due to its primary use in painting projects.

- She bought a roll of painter's tape to assist her in her latest creative endeavor.

3. Verb (Popular):

- To mask with tape: to cover or protect a surface using masking tape.

- The artist meticulously masked every detail of the canvas with tape before applying the first brushstroke.

4. Verb (Local):

- To tape off: to use masking tape to create boundaries or marked areas on a surface.

- Before painting, it is important to tape off the edges to avoid any accidental smudges.

Sample Sentences:

1. Jane carefully taped off the glass edges with masking tape to avoid getting paint on them.

2. The carpenter used masking tape to temporarily secure the pieces of wood together while the glue dried.

3. After finishing the mural, Jack removed the masking tape, revealing the vibrant artwork underneath.

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