Meaning & Definition of word "Plaster"

Plaster

/ˈplæstər/

1. A paste made of lime, water, and sand that hardens on drying and is used for coating walls and ceilings.
- Example: The walls were covered with a thick coat of plaster.
2. A piece of material used for protecting a wound, typically made of a sticky fabric and a pad with antiseptic.
- Example: She put a plaster on her knee after scraping it on the sidewalk.
3. A thin layer of material used for finishing a surface.
- Example: The artist applied a layer of plaster to create texture on the canvas.

1. To cover a surface with plaster.
- Example: They plan to plaster the living room before painting it.
2. To apply a plaster to a wound.
- Example: He had to plaster the cut on his finger after working with sharp tools.

Middle English, from Old French 'plastre', from Latin 'plastrum'.

plaster of Paris:

A quick-setting material used for making sculptures and molds.

plaster it on:

To apply something heavily or excessively.

hit the plaster:

To get injured or hurt.

band-aid:

A small adhesive bandage used for minor injuries.

stucco:

A material made of aggregate, binder, and water used for covering walls.

cement:

A powdery substance made by calcining lime and clay, used in building.

Meaning: To plaster someone

Example Sentence: He plastered his friend with compliments at the party.

Meaning: Plastered

Example Sentence: He was totally plastered after the party, barely able to walk.