pastel
noun
- art medium
- artwork made with pastels
- family of colors
- name given to different typical dishes of many countries of Hispanic or Portuguese origin
adjective
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Pronunciation: /pæsˈtɛl/ / /pɑsˈtɛl/
noun
Etymology: Borrowed from Spanish pastel, ultimately the same word as Etymology 1.
- A traditional dish in various Latin American countries and in Indonesia, resembling a tamale, pasty, or calzone.
- A Filipino stew made with vegetables, sausages, and chicken or other meat in a creamy sauce.