|
|
Definition of Bast
1. Noun. Strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plants.
2. Noun. (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes.
Exact synonyms: Phloem
Category relationships: Botany, Phytology
Generic synonyms: Vascular Tissue
Terms within: Sieve Tube
Category relationships: Botany, Phytology
Generic synonyms: Vascular Tissue
Terms within: Sieve Tube
3. Noun. Cat- or lion-headed Egyptian goddess; represents life-giving power of the sun.
Generic synonyms: Egyptian Deity
Definition of Bast
1. n. The inner fibrous bark of various plants; esp. of the lime tree; hence, matting, cordage, etc., made therefrom.
Definition of Bast
1. Noun. Fibre made from the phloem of certain plants and used for matting and cord. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Bast
1. a woody fiber [n -S]
Medical Definition of Bast
1. 1. The inner fibrous bark of various plants; especially. Of the lime tree; hence, matting, cordage, etc, made therefrom. 2. A thick mat or hassock. See Bass. Origin: AS. Baest; akin to Icel, Sw, Dan, D, & G. Bast, of unknown origin. Cf. Bass the tree. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Bast
Other Resources:
