Phrase guide

tape gag

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A gag with sticky tape placed over the mouth to prevent speech, often as a restraint device to stop the subject from calling for help and keep its wearer silent.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: BDSM, lifestyle, sexuality

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Bandknebel — gag with sticky tape placed
  • Japanese: テープギャグ (tēpu gyagu) — gag with sticky tape placed
  • Korean: 테이프 개그 (teipeu gaegeu) — gag with sticky tape placed
  • Portuguese: mordaça de fita — gag with sticky tape placed
  • Spanish: mordaza de cinta — gag with sticky tape placed