Also means
sticky
Usage Note
Adhésif as an adjective means 'sticky' or 'self-adhesive'; as a noun, un adhésif refers to adhesive tape or a sticker. The compound ruban adhésif is the standard term for sticky tape (like Scotch tape). The feminine adjective form is adhésive.
Examples
"Ce ruban adhésif tient très bien."
Natural Translation
This adhesive tape holds very well.

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