adj. past·i·er, past·i·est 1. Resembling paste in consistency. 2. Having a pale lifeless appearance; pallid: an unhealthy, pasty complexion. pasti·ness n. |
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n. pl. pas·ties Chiefly Michigan & Wisconsin A pie or turnover, especially one with a savory filling including seasoned meat, fish, or vegetables. [Middle English pastey, from Old French paste, from Vulgar Latin *pastātum, from Late Latin pasta, paste; see PASTE1.] |
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