Meaning of the word pasta in English

What does pasta mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pasta

US /ˈpɑː.stə/
UK /ˈpæs.tə/
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Noun

a dish originally from Italy consisting of dough made from durum wheat and water, extruded or stamped into various shapes and typically cooked in boiling water

Example:
I'm making spaghetti pasta for dinner tonight.
She loves all kinds of pasta, especially lasagna.