What is the meaning of basting?

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noun

A loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together.
- synonyms: baste, basting stitch, tacking
Moistening a roast as it is cooking.

verb

Cover with liquid before cooking.
- usage: "baste a roast"
- synonyms: baste
Strike violently and repeatedly.
- usage: "She clobbered the man who tried to attack her"
- synonyms: clobber, baste, batter
Sew together loosely, with large stitches.
- usage: "baste a hem"
- synonyms: baste, tack

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