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tape vs attach

attach vs tape

tape is a noun but attach is not a noun.

tape and attach both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tape Yes No Yes No
attach No No Yes No
As verbs, attach is a hypernym of tape; that is, attach is a word with a broader meaning than tape:
  • tape: fasten or attach with tape
  • attach: cause to be attached
tape (noun) attach (noun)
a long thin piece of cloth or paper as used for binding or fastening
a recording made on magnetic tape
measuring instrument consisting of a narrow strip (cloth or metal) marked in inches or centimeters and used for measuring lengths
memory device consisting of a long thin plastic strip coated with iron oxide; used to record audio or video signals or to store computer information
the finishing line for a foot race
tape (verb) attach (verb)
register electronically become attached
record on videotape cause to be attached
fasten or attach with tape be attached; be in contact with
take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority
create social or emotional ties
Difference between tape and attach

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