paste

/peɪst/ /pæst/

Definitions

1. noun

A soft solid substance used for sticking things together, made from food, especially meat, or from other materials.

“She applied a layer of paste to the broken vase.”

2. verb

To cover (something) with a layer of paste, especially so that it sticks together or adheres to something else.

“The chef had to paste the bread with a thin layer of sauce.”

3. verb

To copy (text) and place it in a document or other text, especially by using a computer.

“She pasted the quote into her essay.”

4. verb

To stick (something) to a surface, especially by applying a paste.

“The price sticker was pasted on the box.”

5. verb

To cause (something) to be stuck together or to a surface, especially by applying a paste.

“The adhesive paste will paste the two pieces of wood together.”

Synonyms

  • adhesive
  • glue

Antonyms

  • detach
  • remove