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To baste is to sew stitches that are long and loose. (verb)
An example of baste is when you intend to have the stitches remain in the garment only temporarily.
To baste is to keep meat juicy when heating or cooking by pouring or brushing its drippings over it repeatedly throughout the cooking process. (verb)
An example of basting is brushing the Thanksgiving turkey with butter or its juices during cooking.
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