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basking Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: B AE1 S K IH0 NG

What Does Basking Mean?

Basking is a verb that means present participle and gerund of bask. As a noun, it means The act of one who basks.

Basking Definition (Verb)

  1. present participle and gerund of bask

Basking as a Noun

  1. The act of one who basks.

Verb

  1. To bathe in warmth; to be exposed to pleasant heat.

    to bask in the sun

  2. To take great pleasure or satisfaction; to feel warmth or happiness. (This verb is usually followed by "in").

    I basked in her love.

Synonyms of Basking

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Antonyms of Basking

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Basking in a Sentence

to bask in the sun

I basked in her love.

Word Forms & Grammar

basking

basking (plural baskings)

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