noun

superglue

Superglue (noun) means a very strong, fast-setting adhesive, usually cyanoacrylate. Example: “He fixed the broken mug with a dab of superglue.”

noun

A very strong, fast-setting adhesive, usually cyanoacrylate.

"He fixed the broken mug with a dab of superglue."

verb

To stick something together using superglue.

"Don't superglue your fingers together by accident."

How to use superglue

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA very strong instant-bonding glue.

Common mistake

Like "hoover" or "sellotape", superglue began as a brand name and is now used generically for any similar adhesive.

superglued past tense, superglues plural, superglues singular

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He fixed the broken mug with a dab of _____.

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What does “superglue” mean?

The word “superglue” means a very strong, fast-setting adhesive, usually cyanoacrylate. In plain terms, a very strong instant-bonding glue.

How do you use “superglue” in a sentence?

Here is “superglue” used in a sentence: “He fixed the broken mug with a dab of superglue.”

What part of speech is “superglue”?

Depending on how it is used, “superglue” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “superglue” have?

“Superglue” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a very strong, fast-setting adhesive, usually cyanoacrylate.