adhesive backing

Self-sticking rear surface

Adhesive backing is the sticky layer on the reverse side of something, designed to attach it to a surface without additional glue or tape.

Stickers, labels, and bandages have adhesive backing.

So do mounting squares and hook-and-loop strips: The photo frame comes with adhesive backing for easy installation.

The backing is typically protected by a peel-off liner until use.

Related

sticker · glue · tacky · residue · strip · mounting · bandage · film · liner · wax paper · release · pressure-sensitive · decal · patch · laminate · bond · cling · removable

Opposites
attachment method

adhesive backingvelcro

Fabric fastener using hooks

snap fasteners · hook-and-loop · clip-on · friction fit · suction cups

surface bonding permanence

adhesive backingdetachable

Able to be unfastened

free-floating · unattached

Family

adhesive, backing, adhere, adherent, adherence, adhesion, back, backed, backer

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G