glueless
Needing no adhesive
Glueless describes something designed to work without glue or adhesive.
The term appears most often with wigs—a glueless wig secures with clips, combs, or adjustable straps rather than bonding agents: I switched to glueless installs to protect my hairline.
In computing, glueless refers to systems that connect directly without intermediate adapter circuits.
Interlocking without fasteners
- interlockingEngaging by overlap
- dovetailJoin by interlocking parts
- mortiseCarved slot for joining
- tenonProjecting joint piece
tongue-and-groove · press-fit · clip-on · magnetic · velcro · modular · seamless · reversible
Staying atop liquid
- laminateBond thin layers together
- engineeredDesigned with technical precision
- tongue-and-grooveInterlocking plank connection method
- underlaymentBase layer beneath flooring
Laceless, easily donned footwear
- adjustableAble to be changed
- breathablePermits air passage
- beginner-friendlyEasy for newcomers
- comfortablePhysically at ease
snap-fit
Interlocking without fasteners
- interlockingEngaging by overlap
- dovetailJoin by interlocking parts
- mortiseCarved slot for joining
tenon · tongue-and-groove · press-fit · clip-on · magnetic · velcro · modular · seamless · reversible · disassemblable
floating
Staying atop liquid
- laminateBond thin layers together
- engineeredDesigned with technical precision
- tongue-and-grooveInterlocking plank connection method
underlayment · removable · repositionable · DIY · installation
slip-on
Laceless, easily donned footwear
- adjustableAble to be changed
- breathablePermits air passage
- beginner-friendlyEasy for newcomers
non-stick
Surface food won't cling to
wax · release · slick · smooth · polished · hydrophobic · repellent · PTFE · nonstick · frictionless
origami
Sculptural paper-creasing art
folded · pop-up · cardstock · slotted · interlocked · die-cut · flat-pack