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pasties

The correct spelling is pasties.

How to pronounce pasties

/ˈpeɪstiz/
noun

IPA: /ˈpeɪstiz/

Say it like: Pas-tee-s

The correct spelling is pasties. An item worn (often by strippers) to conceal one's nipples.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.An item worn (often by strippers) to conceal one's nipples.
  2. 2.A type of seasoned meat pie, usually of a semicircular or distinctive shape.
  3. 3.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.
  4. 4.(chiefly in the plural) A small item of clothing that conceals little more than the nipple of a woman's breast, primarily worn by female exotic dancers.
  5. 5.A type of seasoned meat and vegetable hand pie, usually of a semicircular shape.

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