Pronunciation: [bˈastə] (IPA) 
The word "baster" is spelled with the letters B-A-S-T-E-R. It is pronounced with the IPA phonetic transcription of /ˈbeɪstər/. The 'B' and 'A' are pronounced as usual, while the 'S' is pronounced as the soft sound of 'C' before the vowel 'E'. The 'T' is a hard sound that ends with a small pause before the 'E' in the final syllable. The 'R' at the end is a soft sound. This spelling accurately reflects the pronunciation of the word "baster".
A baster is a kitchen utensil used for the process of basting, which involves moistening or flavoring meat, poultry, or other foods with the pan drippings or melted fat during the cooking process. It typically consists of a long tube or a bulb made of heat-resistant material such as rubber, silicone, or plastic, attached to a tapering nozzle. The baster is designed to draw liquid, like the juices or marinade from the bottom of the cooking pan or dish, and then release it onto the food items to keep them moist and enhance their flavor.
To utilize a baster, the user squeezes or compresses the bulb or pump, and then places the tube into the liquid, allowing it to be drawn inside. Afterward, the user aims the nozzle toward the desired area, usually meat or poultry, and gradually releases the bulb to dispense the liquid evenly. Basters are most commonly employed when preparing roasted or baked meats, where they are used to baste the meat with the drippings to prevent it from drying out, and to infuse the meat with additional flavors. They are also used when cooking on a grill to evenly distribute marinades or sauces onto the food.
In addition to its function in the kitchen, a baster can also be used as a measuring tool to transfer small amounts of liquids accurately. Therefore, basters contribute significantly to enhancing the taste, tenderness, and moistness of various foods prepared at home or in professional cooking establishments.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "baster" originates from the Middle English term "bastour", derived from the Old French word "basteur". It came into usage around the late 14th century. The Old French term, in turn, has its roots in the Latin word "bastum", meaning a sewn piece of cloth or saddlecloth. The transformation of "bastum" into "basteur" and eventually "baster" likely occurred due to regular linguistic shifts and adaptations over time. The term "baster" initially referred to a person employed to stuff sausages, but it eventually came to signify a long tube used for basting meat during the cooking process.
