Noun Definition
bast
1.Definition: (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes
Related Noun(s):phloem
Category: Plants2.Definition: cat- or lion-headed Egyptian goddess; represents life-giving power of the sun
Category: People3.Definition: strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plants
Related Noun(s):bast fiber
Category: Plants