n. 1 narrow strip of woven material for tying up, fastening, etc. 2 this across the finishing line of a race. 3 (in full adhesive tape) strip of adhesive plastic etc. for fastening, masking, insulating, etc. 4 a = MAGNETIC TAPE. b reel or cassette containing this. c tape recording. 5 = TAPEMEASURE. v. (ping) 1 a fasten or join etc. with tape.