To sew slightly, or fasten in position temporarily with long stitches, as in dressmaking. 假缝;疏缝;用长针暂时固定。 She basted the seam of the dress in place before sewing it on the sewing machine. 未用缝纫机来缝衣服的缀合处之前,她先用长针将它固定。 To moisten (roasting meat) to prevent burning. (烤肉时)润以油脂或汁使免烧焦。 Mother used a large spoon to baste the chicken. 母亲在鸡肉上润以一大匙的油脂。 Too scold; unbraid. 【俚】责骂;谴责。 John wrote an editorial basting the candidate for irresponsible statement. 【俚】约翰写一篇社论指责该候选人作不负责任的言论。 baste sb's bacon (coat) 殴打某人。 |