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Vocabulary Entry
baster
|noun • verb
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noun
A kitchen utensil used for moistening food, typically by spreading liquid over it.
Example Sentences
"She used a baster to apply the marinated sauce to the chicken."
"The Thanksgiving turkey was basted every half hour with a special baster."
"A good baster can help keep the meat juicy while cooking."
V
verb
To use a baster to moisten food with liquid.
Example Sentences
"He basted the roast every 20 minutes to enhance the flavor."
"It’s important to baste the meat to ensure it stays tender."
"She learned how to properly baste the turkey from her grandmother."