The Clue
Costume jewelry (5 letter answer)
The Answer
PASTE
Tags
Notes
The answer PASTE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
PASTE as a noun:
1. any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency
2. (paste, library paste) = an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard
3. (spread, paste) = a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers
PASTE as a verb:
1. (glue, paste) = join or attach with or as if with glue; "paste the sign on the wall"; "cut and paste the sentence in the text"
2. hit with the fists; "He pasted his opponent"
3. cover the surface of; "paste the wall with burlap"