The term 'BASTE' is a five-letter cooking or sewing term. It is an action that involves lightly moistening or gluing fabric or food with liquid, such as water, stock, or fat, to hold the pieces together or to add flavor. Basting is often used in sewing to temporarily hold fabric pieces in place before they are permanently sewn together. In cooking, basting is used to keep food moist and flavorful during roasting or grilling.