Definition
pastings
noun
- plural of pasting; instances of applying paste or a paste-like substance to a surface
- plural of pasting; severe beatings or defeats, especially in sports or competition
Usage: informal
Examples
- The wallpaper pastings took several hours to complete.
- Multiple pastings of adhesive were needed to secure the poster.
- The team suffered several pastings this season.
- After those pastings in the playoffs, the coach made major changes.
- The boxer gave his opponent a series of pastings in the ring.
- The home team handed out pastings to three consecutive opponents.