Velcros
Sticks without tying
Velcros is the plural of Velcro, a brand name for hook-and-loop fastener material.
The plural typically refers to multiple fastener strips or patches: The vest has velcros on both sides.
As a verb, velcros means attaches with Velcro: The strap velcros around the wrist.
The trademark is often lowercased in casual use.
Protective foot coverings
- sneakersCasual athletic footwear
- sandalsOpen strappy footwear
- jacketsWaist-length outer garments
- bibsCloth chest covers
diapers · wristbands · aprons · smocks · overalls · pockets · cuffs · flaps
Interlocking textile fastener system
- strapsNarrow securing bands
- closuresActs of sealing shut
- tabsProjecting flaps for gripping
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
strips · patches · fastening · attachments · securing · binding · snaps · buckles
Atmosphere plus outer void
- NASAFederal space exploration bureau
- astronautsCrew of spacecraft
- spacesuitsPressurized garments for space
- militaryArmed forces collectively
tactical · gear · equipment · mounting · panels · cables · organization · bundling
Registered commercial identifier
- genericNot brand-name
- proprietaryLegally owned, restricted use
- hook-and-loopInterlocking textile fastener system
- eponymPerson lending their name
licensing · Swiss · invention · patent · 1950s · biomimicry · burdock · burrs
Tearing with force
- tearingForcibly separating material
- scratchingRaking with nails
- noiseUnwanted auditory disturbance
- loudHigh in volume
distinctive · crackle · rasp · zip · screech · unmistakable · awkward · stealth
shoes
Protective foot coverings
bibs · diapers · wristbands · aprons · smocks · overalls · pockets · cuffs · flaps · adjustable
hook-and-loop
Interlocking textile fastener system
adhesive · strips · patches · fastening · attachments · securing · binding · snaps · buckles · zippers
aerospace
Atmosphere plus outer void
- NASAFederal space exploration bureau
- astronautsCrew of spacecraft
- spacesuitsPressurized garments for space
military · tactical · gear · equipment · mounting · panels · cables · organization · bundling · modular
trademark
Registered commercial identifier
- genericNot brand-name
- proprietaryLegally owned, restricted use
- hook-and-loopInterlocking textile fastener system
eponym · licensing · Swiss · invention · patent · 1950s · biomimicry · burdock · burrs · inspiration
ripping
Tearing with force
- tearingForcibly separating material
- scratchingRaking with nails
- noiseUnwanted auditory disturbance
loud · distinctive · crackle · rasp · zip · screech · unmistakable · awkward · stealth · classroom
- velcro shoesFootwear with adhesive strips
- velcro strapsFabric fasteners using microhooks
- velcro stripsTwo-part fabric fastener
- velcro patchAdhesive fabric fastener square
- velcro rollersSelf-fastening hair curlers
- Velcro dogInseparable, needy companion animal