correction tape

Definition

A thin adhesive tape used to cover typing or writing mistakes, providing a clean white surface for corrections without the drying time required by liquid correction fluid. Often housed in a dispenser for easy application.

Example Usage

She used correction tape to fix the error on the document instead of waiting for White-Out to dry.

Origin

Developed in the 1970s as an alternative to correction fluid, gaining popularity as typewriters remained common in offices.

Fun Fact

Correction tape is still widely used in offices and schools, particularly in countries that favor it over liquid correction fluid for its speed and precision.

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