'Bast' definitions:

Definition of 'bast'

From: WordNet
noun
Strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plants [syn: bast, bast fiber]
noun
(botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes [syn: phloem, bast]
noun
Cat- or lion-headed Egyptian goddess; represents life-giving power of the sun

Definition of 'Bast'

From: 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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