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basting

The correct spelling is basting.

How to pronounce basting

verb

IPA: /ˈbeɪstɪŋ/

Say it like: Bas-tin-g

The correct spelling is basting. To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric. For example: "Use repeated bastings to prevent the chicken from drying out."

Usage Examples

Use repeated bastings to prevent the chicken from drying out.

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.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which a food item is basted.
  2. 2.A (physical) beating.

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