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pas·tel

pastel

 
 
pronunciation:
pae stel
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a pale, soft color such as light pink, light blue, or light yellow.
definition 2: a chalklike crayon used in artwork, or the material from which it is made.
 
definition 3: the art of drawing with such crayons, or a picture made by using them.
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: pale and soft in color.
She always dresses the baby in pastel colors.
definition 2: drawn using pastels.
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