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Duck tape vs. Duct tape
Duck tape
/ˈdʌk teɪp/Examples:
She fixed the leaky pipe using sturdy duck tape.The broken chair was held together with layers of duck tape.Duck tape can be a savior for quick car repairs.
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This word has no antonymsDuct tape
/ˈdʌkt teɪp/Examples:
Fix pipes to prevent leaks using duct tape.Create temporary book covers with colorful duct tape.Seal boxes securely with a layer of duct tape.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Duck tape originated from duck cloth, a strong cotton fabric.
- Duct tape is designed specifically for sealing air ducts in heating and cooling systems.
- Think of duct as air duct – the main area of application for this tape.
- Duck tape as a brand was derived from Duck Tape as a generic name; however, it became widely recognized and often mistakenly interchanged with duct tape.
- Visualize a duck walking along; focus on the fabric association rather than sealing tasks.
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