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basted

The correct spelling is basted.

How to pronounce basted

/ˈbeɪstɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈbeɪstɪd/

Say it like: Bas-ted

The correct spelling is basted. To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.
  2. 2.To sprinkle flour and salt and drip butter or fat on, as on meat in roasting.
  3. 3.(by extension) To coat over something.
  4. 4.To mark (sheep, etc.) with tar.
  5. 5.To beat with a stick; to cudgel.

adjective

  1. 1.Having been cooked by basting.

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