Different Meaning in Australia and New Zealand
The term duct tape can lead to confusion between people more familiar with the North American usage of the term and those from regions such as Australia and New Zealand, where a different type of tape is often sold as duct tape: a PVC tape without a fabric backing.
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Famous quotes containing the words meaning, australia and/or zealand:
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