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plaster

Definition

  • noun: a wet substance that hardens when it becomes dry and that is used to make smooth walls and ceilings
  • noun: a medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or 'plastic') spread with a usually medicated substance
  • verb: to overlay or cover with plaster
  • verb: to cover (a surface) with plaster
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: coat

Examples

  • He had a silly smile 'plastered on' his face. [=he was smiling in a silly way]

  • We 'plastered' and sanded the walls before painting them.

  • Someone had 'plastered' a political poster 'on' the wall.

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