baste

English

/beɪst/

verb
Definitions
  • To sew with long or loose stitches, as for temporary use, or in preparation for gathering the fabric.

Etymology

Derived from Old French bastir (build, sew, construct, make, sew up).

Origin

Old French

bastir

Gloss

build, sew, construct, make, sew up

Concept
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Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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