Paste
/peɪst/noun
A soft, thick substance spread or molded onto something; also, to stick or attach by pressing.
Did you know?The modern computer verb *paste* is a metaphorical extension of the older idea of physically sticking one thing onto another, not an ancient occult term.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
pasta
“Dough, paste, or a mixture of flour and water”
Late Latin
Late Latin
pasta
“A soft mass or dough-like substance”
Old French
Old French
paste
“Paste, dough, or a soft mixture”
Middle English
English
paste
“A soft, sticky substance used for joining or coating”
Modern English
English
paste
“A thick adhesive mixture; later, to insert copied text or data”