What is another word for pastil?

Pronunciation: [pˈastɪl] (IPA)

Pastil is a sticky and sweet delicacy that is popular in some parts of the world. It is made from grated young coconut, brown sugar, and sticky rice, and is usually wrapped in banana leaves. Although the term "pastil" is well-known, there are several other synonyms for this tasty treat which are used in different regions. For instance, in the Philippines, it is known as "pilipit," while in Malaysia and Indonesia it is called "lemang." In Thailand, "khao lam" is the synonym used, and in Myanmar, it is referred to as "mont let saung." Although these terms are different, they all refer to the same sweet treat enjoyed by many around the world.

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What are the hypernyms for Pastil?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Pastil

It swept into its current almost every social grade, and every trade, handicraft or profession, the pastil-makers, the green-grocers and unguent sellers of Rome, the muleteers of the Alps, the fullers of Pompeii, the doctors at Beneventum, the boatmen of the Seine, the wine merchants of Lyons.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
Stood there not behind the pulpit-stairs the sacristy-cabin, and in this was there not a church-library of consequence-no school-boy could have buckled it wholly in his book-strap-lying under the minever cover of pastil dust?
"The Campaner Thal and Other Writings"
Jean Paul Friedrich Richter
Just light that pastil before you go; there-that will, do.
"The Fortunes Of Glencore"
Charles James Lever

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