Adhesive tape is a tape that is coated with adhesive and used to stick objects together.

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Two rolls of adhesive tape.
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Duct tape is a strong tape.

Adhesive tape that will stick with application of pressure only (i.e. without activation by water, solvent or heat) is known as pressure sensitive tape. It can consist of a wide variety of tape backings and pressure sensitive adhesives.

Single-sided tapes allow joining of two overlapping or adjoining materials, while double-sided tape (adhesive on both sides) allows joining of two items back-to-back.

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