self-basting

self-bast·ing

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [self bey-sting]
- /sɛlf ˈbeɪ stɪŋ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [self bey-sting]
- /sɛlf ˈbeɪ stɪŋ/

Definition of self-basting word

adjective self-basting (of a turkey) prepared with oil or butter to remain moist when cooked in an oven. 1

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Parts of speech for Self-basting

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adjective

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preposition

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self-basting popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 37% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.