Velcro
a brand name for a type of fastening tape consisting of opposing pieces of fabric, one piece with a dense arrangement of tiny nylon hooks and the other with a dense nylon pile, that interlock when pressed together, used as a closure on garments, luggage, etc., in place of buttons, zippers, and the like.
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How to use Velcro in a sentence
The Paw-fect InspirationA dog inspired the creation of Velcro.
The flexible brim allows you to direct water flow, and Velcro on two sides means you can wear it cowboy-hat style if that’s more your vibe.
Rain Gear Built for the Wettest Pacific Northwest Adventures | aweinberg | July 30, 2021 | Outside OnlineI never had to dig for them, and the Velcro was strong enough for even the roughest roads.
These Gear Hacks Got Me Through a 30,000-Mile Road Trip | agintzler | July 27, 2021 | Outside OnlineSimilarly, fasten all Velcro closures on items like glove cuffs and waistbands of baggy shorts.
It has a weight limit of 500 pounds, heavy-duty puncture-proof material, and Velcro for easy entrance.
Escobar was the first to get out, setting his famous white Velcro sneakers on the dirt.
Pablo Escobar’s Private Prison Is Now Run by Monks for Senior Citizens | Jeff Campagna | June 7, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTHe or she is then thrown onto mattresses or Velcro-covered walls.
Typically, the dwarf will wear padded clothing or a Velcro costume.
A Florida lawmaker wants to legalize throwing dwarfs at Velcro-covered walls.
British Dictionary definitions for Velcro
/ (ˈvɛlkrəʊ) /
trademark a fastening consisting of two strips of nylon fabric, one having tiny hooked threads and the other a coarse surface, that form a strong bond when pressed together
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