Pronunciation

/pæst/

Definitions

Noun

1. A thick, sticky substance made by mixing flour or other dry ingredients with water, used for binding, coating, or filling (e.g., in paper, glue, or food preparation).
   • Example: “I spread some paste on the back of the photograph to attach it to the wall.”
2. A preparation of substances, such as herbs or spices, ground together and often mixed with a liquid for a specific purpose (e.g., medicine or food flavoring).
   • Example: “The chef added a paste of garlic and ginger to the curry.”

Verb

1. To apply a paste-like substance to a surface (e.g., wallpaper or paint).
   • Example: “She carefully pasted the wallpaper onto the wall.”
2. To use or spread a paste mixture (e.g., for fixing, coating, or filling).
   • Example: “He pasted some glue onto the envelope flap.”

Phrases

• “Apply paste” or “use paste”
• “Make a paste” or “create a paste”
• “A paste consistency” or “a thick, adhesive consistency”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She mixed flour and water to make a paste for the project.”
• Verb: “He pasted a label on the jar to mark the contents.”
• As a verb: “I need to paste the letters onto the poster before it’s ready to print.”

Synonyms

• Glue
• Adhesive
• Compound
• Mixture
• Slurry
• Suspension

Antonyms

• Liquid
• Solid
• Loose
• Dry
• Unadhesive