What is the meaning of basting?

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noun

  • A loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together.
  • Moistening a roast as it is cooking.

verb

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