plaster

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Pronunciation
/ˈplastə/
/ˈplɑːstə/
/ˈplæstɚ/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A paste applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes.

2 Definition

A small adhesive bandage to cover a minor wound; a sticking plaster.

3 Definition

A mixture of lime or gypsum, sand, and water, sometimes with the addition of fibres, that hardens to a smooth solid and is used for coating walls and ceilings; render, stucco.

4 Definition

A cast made of plaster of Paris and gauze; plaster cast.

5 Definition

Plaster of Paris.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To cover or coat something with plaster; to render.

Example Sentences
  • to plaster a wall
2 Definition

To apply a plaster to.

Example Sentences
  • to plaster a wound
3 Definition

To smear with some viscous or liquid substance.

Example Sentences
  • Her face was plastered with mud.
4 Definition

To hide or cover up, as if with plaster; to cover thickly.

Example Sentences
  • The radio station plastered the buses and trains with its advertisement.
5 Definition

To smooth over.