10 Common Words You Didn’t Realise Were Brand Names

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3. Velcro

Velcro is another commonly used word that is actually a brand name. As you may or may not know, the fastener consisting of a fabric strip with tiny hooks and another with smaller loops was invented back in the late 40s. The inventor dubbed it Velcro, a word that has since become a generic name, regardless of the company behind the product.

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