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Pastygate
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English
Etymology
From en pasty gate.
Proper noun
en informal UK A 2012 British controversy around taxation of hot snacks such as pasties, where Conservative ministers were said to be out of touch with the eating habits of ordinary people.
Related terms
en pasty tax