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| tag1 |
a piece of cardboard, thin metal, or plastic that is attached to something or someone. [1/3 definitions] |
| tape |
a long narrow strip of plastic, cloth, or paper that has glue on one side. Tape is used to stick things together. [1/4 definitions] |
| template |
a pattern used as a guide for cutting or drawing. Templates are usually made of thin metal, wood, or plastic. |
| tent |
a shelter made of canvas, nylon, or plastic. A tent is held up by poles and attached to the ground with stakes. [1/2 definitions] |
| terrarium |
a closed container for growing small plants or keeping small animals. A terrarium is usually made of clear glass or plastic. |
| thimble |
a small cup worn to protect the finger that pushes the needle through cloth when sewing. A thimble is usually made of a hard material such as metal or plastic. |
| thong |
a sandal held on the foot by a narrow leather, rubber, or plastic strap that passes between the first and second toes. [1/2 definitions] |
| tiddlywinks |
(used with a singular verb) a table game in which the players press large plastic disks against the edges of small ones in order to make the small ones jump into a cup. |
| token |
a piece of metal or plastic shaped like a coin and used in place of money for a specific and limited purpose. [1/2 definitions] |
| tray |
a flat, open piece of wood, metal, or plastic used to carry, hold, or display food, drink, or small items. It often has a low rim. [1/2 definitions] |
| vinyl |
a tough, shiny plastic made from a resin. Phonograph records, floor coverings, and water pipes are some things that are made of vinyl. |
| weld |
to join metal or plastic by using heat, followed either by pressure or by adding a melted material. [1/2 definitions] |
| windscreen |
the British word for a curved piece of glass or plastic attached to the front of a car or other vehicle to protect the driver and riders from the wind. "Windscreen" has the same meaning as "windshield." |
| windshield |
a curved piece of glass or plastic attached to the front of a car or other vehicle to protect the driver and riders from the wind. |
| yo-yo |
a toy made of two thick wooden or plastic disks connected by a peg around which a string is tied. One plays with a yo-yo by holding the end of the string and moving the hand to cause the disk unit to roll up and down the string. |
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