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Basking: meaning, definitions and examples

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basking

 

[ ˈbaskɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

enjoying comfort

Basking refers to the act of lying about in a warm place, particularly in sunlight, to enjoy and absorb warmth. It often conveys a sense of relaxation or contentment and can apply to both animals, like reptiles, and humans. The term is commonly used to describe behavior that is leisurely and indulgent. Basking can also metaphorically refer to delighting in a particular situation or experience.

Synonyms

enjoying, luxuriating, relishing

Examples of usage

  • The cat was basking in the sun on the windowsill.
  • After the success of the project, he spent the weekend basking in the glory.
  • The lizard was basking on a rock, soaking up the heat.

Translations

Translations of the word "basking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tomar sol

🇮🇳 सूरज सेंकना

🇩🇪 sonnenbaden

🇮🇩 berjemur

🇺🇦 грітися на сонці

🇵🇱 wygrzewanie się na słońcu

🇯🇵 日向ぼっこする

🇫🇷 prendre un bain de soleil

🇪🇸 tomar el sol

🇹🇷 güneşte ısınmak

🇰🇷 햇볕 쪼이기

🇸🇦 التشمس

🇨🇿 opalovat se

🇸🇰 opaľovanie

🇨🇳 晒太阳

🇸🇮 sončenje

🇮🇸 sólarböð

🇰🇿 күнге қыздыру

🇬🇪 მზეზე ჯდომა

🇦🇿 günəşlənmək

🇲🇽 tomar el sol

Etymology

The term 'bask' originates from the Middle English word 'basken,' which means to bask or bathe in warmth. This word is thought to have connections to the Old Norse 'baskr,' which means to bathe or bask in the sun. Over the centuries, the term evolved in English usage to encompass not only the physical act of warming oneself in the sun but also the metaphorical enjoyment of being in a pleasant situation. The concept of basking has been interpreted in various contexts, such as in literature and art, where it symbolically represents indulgence and contentment. The modern connotation of the word often evokes images of leisure and tranquility, aligning with its historical roots.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,894, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.