tear strip

noun

A narrow ribbon or perforated band added to a wrapper, package, or building material; designed to be pulled or torn to create a clean, controlled opening without needing tools like scissors or knives.

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nountear strip (plural tear strips)

plural tear strips

  1. businessA narrow ribbon or perforated band added to a wrapper, package, or building material; designed to be pulled or torn to create a clean, controlled opening without needing tools like scissors or knives.

    Synonyms: tear tape

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nounA narrow ribbon or perforated band added to a wrapper, package, or building material; designed to be pulled or torn to create a clean, controlled opening without needing tools like scissors or knives.

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