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bask

 

[ bæsk ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to enjoy warmth

To bask means to lie or relax in a warm place, typically under the sun. This term often conveys a sense of pleasure derived from warmth or light. People bask in the sun during outdoor activities, basking in the sunlight to recharge or enjoy their surroundings. Figuratively, it can also refer to enjoying an experience or moment, often one that is delightful or fulfilling.

Synonyms

enjoy, luxuriate, revel, soak up

Examples of usage

  • She loves to bask in the sun at the beach.
  • He spent the afternoon basking in the warm glow of the fireplace.
  • After the victory, the team basked in their success.
  • The cat basked lazily on the windowsill.

Translations

Translations of the word "bask" in other languages:

🇵🇹 banhar-se

🇮🇳 स्नान करना

🇩🇪 baden

🇮🇩 berendam

🇺🇦 купатися

🇵🇱 kąpać się

🇯🇵 浸る (hitobasu)

🇫🇷 se baigner

🇪🇸 bañarse

🇹🇷 banyo yapmak

🇰🇷 목욕하다 (mogyokhada)

🇸🇦 الاستحمام (al-istihmam)

🇨🇿 koupat se

🇸🇰 kúpať sa

🇨🇳 沐浴 (mùyù)

🇸🇮 kopati se

🇮🇸 baða sig

🇰🇿 шомылу

🇬🇪 ბანაობა (banaoba)

🇦🇿 hamamda olmaq

🇲🇽 bañarse

Etymology

The word 'bask' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the word 'baske', which means to wallow or to bask in the warmth. This, in turn, can be traced back to the Old Norse word 'baskr', meaning to wash oneself or to bask. The notion of basking is closely related to the behavior of certain animals that soak up the sun to regulate their body temperature. Over centuries, the term evolved to encompass not just physical warmth, but also the enjoyment of a pleasant or successful situation. It has made its way into contemporary usage, often describing moments of joy and relaxation in the sun or the delight taken in personal achievements.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,639, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.