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1. <pharmacology> A small cone or mass made of paste of gum, benzoin, cinnamon, and other aromatics, used for fumigating or scenting the air of a room.
2. An aromatic or medicated lozenge; a troche.
3. See Pastel, a crayon.
Origin: F. Pastille, L. Pastillusa pastus food. See Pasture, and cf. Pastel.
(01 Mar 1998)
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