pastel
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/pæˈstel/
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/ˈpæstl/
noun
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A type of art material used for drawing, made of soft, colored powder that is mixed with a binder to form a stick.
She used pastels to create a beautiful landscape painting.
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A drawing or painting made using pastel sticks.
The artist's pastel of a still life was displayed in the gallery.
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A light, soft color, often used to describe shades of pink, blue, or yellow.
The room was decorated in calming pastel colors.
translation
A type of art material used for drawing, made of soft, colored powder that is mixed with a binder to form a stick.; A drawing or painting made using pastel sticks.; A light, soft color, often used to describe shades of pink, blue, or yellow.
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Plural
pastels