Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun basting_stitch
1 sense of basting stitch
Sense 1
baste, basting, basting stitch, tacking -- (a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together)
=> sewing stitch, embroidery stitch -- (a stitch made with thread and a threaded sewing needle through fabric or leather)