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Pastie vs Pastil - What's the difference?

pastie | pastil |

As nouns the difference between pastie and pastil

is that pastie is an item worn by strippers to conceal the nipples while pastil is dated form of pastille.

pastie

English

Etymology 1

1960s.

Alternative forms

* pasty

Noun

(en noun)
  • An item worn by strippers to conceal the nipples.
  • Etymology 2

    13th century.

    Alternative forms

    * pasty

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A type of seasoned meat pie, usually of a semicircular or distinctive shape.
  • (Northern Ireland) A circular, battered and deep-fried meat pie usually consisting of minced pork, onion, potato and seasoning and served in a bap or with chips. A peculiarity of Northern Irish "chippy" cuisine, rarely (if ever) seen outside the area.
  • Usage notes
    The spelling pasty'' is considered correct in the United Kingdom but in Australia the spelling ''pastie is the more common.
    Derived terms
    * party pastie
    See also
    * pie * sausage roll

    pastil

    English