PASTIE

Etymology 1

Noun

pastie (plural pasties)

An item worn (often by strippers) to conceal one's nipples.

Etymology 2

Noun

pastie (plural pasties)

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 more common.

Anagrams

• Pitsea, patesi, petasi, petsai, pietàs

Source: Wiktionary



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