bast

Noun
Synonyms: bast fiberphloemBast

WordNet 3.0

Noun (3)

  1. strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plantsSynonyms: bast fiber
  2. (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubesSynonyms: phloem
  3. cat- or lion-headed Egyptian goddess; represents life-giving power of the sunSynonyms: Bast
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Bast \Bast\, n. [AS. b[ae]st; akin to Icel., Sw., Dan., D., & G. bast, of unknown origin. Cf. Bass the tree.]

1.The inner fibrous bark of various plants; esp. of the lime tree; hence, matting, cordage, etc., made therefrom. [1913 Webster]

2.A thick mat or hassock. See 2d Bass, 2. [1913 Webster]

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