Definition of bastes

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• bastes is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
• bastes is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
• bastes is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of bastes

• strike violently and repeatedly (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. batter
  2. clobber
• a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. basting
  2. basting stitch
  3. tacking
• sew together loosely, with large stitches (verb)

  Examples

  1. baste a hem

  Synonyms

  1. tack
• cover with liquid before cooking (verb)

  Examples

  1. baste a roast

See definition of bastes in Merriam Webster