Sep 10, 2025 bask ˈbask 1 syllable rare ‹ verb. to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere basking in the warmth of the sunbasked in the spotlight verb. to take pleasure or derive enjoyment … basks at the fire his hairy strength … verb. to warm by continued exposure to heat › Origin Middle English, probably from Old Norse bathask, reflexive of batha to bathe; akin to Old English bæth bath.