stick on
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Definition
- Verb:
- To attach something to a surface, typically using an adhesive: The action of causing an object to adhere to another surface.
- To apply a layer or coating to a surface: The action of putting a substance, often thickly, onto something.
Usage and Examples
Verb (to attach):
- Please stick on the label here. (Attach the label to this spot.)
- He stuck a note on the refrigerator. (He attached a note to the refrigerator.)
Verb (to apply a coating):
- You need to stick on a primer before painting. (You need to apply a primer coat before painting.)
- She stuck on too much glue, making a mess. (She applied too much glue, creating a mess.)
Advanced Usage
- "to stick it on": To attach something, often with determination or force.
- Just find the spot and stick it on firmly. (Just locate the position and attach it securely.)
Variants and Related Words
- Sticker (n): An adhesive label or decal.
- She put a shiny sticker on her notebook.
- Stickable (adj): Capable of being stuck on.
- The back of the poster is stickable.
Synonyms
- Attach: To fasten or join one thing to another.
- Affix: To stick, attach, or fasten something to something else.
- Apply: To put or spread a substance on a surface.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Stick with: To continue with or remain loyal to.
- I'll stick with my original plan.
- Stick out: To extend from a surface; to be noticeable.
- His ears stick out a little.
Related Idioms
- Stick on someone: (Informal) To persistently follow or bother someone.
- That salesperson really stuck on me until I left the store.
- Stick it on the bill: To add a charge to a total bill.
- Just order another drink and stick it on the bill.
Verb
- attach to
- affix the seal here
- apply a heavy coat to