adhesive

BrE /ˈæd.hɪ.sɪv/ AmE /ˈæd.hə.sɪv/

noun / adjective en → es

1 STICKY MATERIAL [uncountable] B2

a substance that sticks things together; glue

pegamento, adhesivo

  • adhesive for something

Collocations adhesive tape · adhesive bandage

  • Use adhesive tape to fix the poster.

    Utiliza cinta adhesiva para fijar el cartel.

2 PROPERTY [uncountable] C1

the quality of sticking things together; stickiness

propiedad adherente, pegajosidad

  • have good/bad adhesive

Collocations strong adhesive quality · weak adhesive property

  • This material has excellent adhesive properties.

    Este material tiene excelentes propiedades adherentes.