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basting
Noun
  • A (physical) beating. archaic, slang
Verb
  • present participle of baste
baste
Verb
  • To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.
Verb
  • To sprinkle flour and salt and drip butter or fat on, as on meat in roasting.
  • To coat over something by extension
  • To mark (sheep, etc.) with tar.
Verb
  • To beat with a stick; to cudgel. archaic, slang