Meaning of the word "masking tape" in English

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masking tape

US /ˈmæs.kɪŋ teɪp/
UK /ˈmæs.kɪŋ teɪp/
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Noun

1.

a type of adhesive tape made of a thin, easy-to-tear paper, and a pressure-sensitive adhesive. It is used mainly in painting to mask off areas that should not be painted.

Example:
We need some masking tape to protect the trim before painting.
He carefully applied the masking tape along the edges of the window.
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