paste meaning and definition

PASTE noun

Definition of paste (noun)

1. any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency
2. a hard, brilliant lead glass that is used in making artificial jewelry
3. an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard
   • synonyms: library paste
4. a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes
   • synonyms: spread

PASTE verb

Definition of paste (verb)

1. join or attach with or as if with glue
   • "paste the sign on the wall"; "cut and paste the sentence in the text"
   • synonyms: glue
2. hit with the fists
   • "He pasted his opponent"
3. cover the surface of
   • "paste the wall with burlap"