Paste
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British pronunciation/pˈe‍ɪst/
American pronunciation/ˈpeɪst/

Definition & Meaning of "paste"

Paste
01

a soft mixture of meat, fruit, vegetables, etc. to be spread on bread or used in cooking other dishes

paste definition and meaning

What is a "paste"?

A paste is a soft and cohesive mixture made from finely ground or mashed ingredients such as meat, fruits, vegetables, or grains, often seasoned with herbs, spices, and other flavorings. It has a smooth and spreadable consistency, making it suitable for spreading on bread, crackers, or other baked goods, or for use as a base or filling in various dishes. Pastes can vary widely in texture and flavor depending on the ingredients used, ranging from savory meat pastes to sweet fruit or nut pastes. They are versatile ingredients in cooking, adding depth and richness to recipes while also providing convenience and ease of use.

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I decided to spread some tuna paste onto freshly baked bread rolls for a satisfying lunch.
She joined a cooking class and learned to make a flavorful curry paste from scratch.
02

a hard, brilliant lead glass that is used in making artificial jewelry

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03

an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard

04

any soft and thick mixture that can be spread or shaped

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The artist used a thick paste to create texture on the canvas.
The cleaning paste removed the stains easily.
to paste
01

to join or attach something to something else, particularly via using glue

Transitive: to paste sth into sth | to paste sth onto sth
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She pasted photographs onto the scrapbook pages to create a memory album.
The students pasted magazine cutouts onto the poster board for their class project.
02

to cover the surface of something with a thick substance

Transitive: to paste a surface
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Before laying the tiles, it 's important to paste the floor with adhesive to secure them in place.
Before mounting the posters, make sure to paste the back of each one with adhesive to prevent them from falling off.
03

to hit with force, often resulting in a forceful blow or impact

Transitive: to paste sb/sth
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The boxer pasted his opponent with a powerful left hook, knocking him to the canvas.
The children pasted the piñata with all their might, hoping to break it open and reveal the treats inside.
04

to insert copied or cut content at a specified location

Transitive: to paste digital content into sth
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After copying the text from the website, she pasted it into her document for reference.
To share the article with her colleagues, she pasted the link into the group chat.
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