basked; basking; basks
1
: to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere
basking in the warmth of the sun
2
: to take pleasure or derive enjoyment
basked in the spotlight
obsolete
: to warm by continued exposure to heat
… basks at the fire his hairy strength …—
John Milton
John MiltonExamples of bask in a Sentence
We sat basking in the sun.
Tourists were basking on the beaches.
He stood before the audience, basking in their applause.
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Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Copperhead snake size How to identify a cottonmouth snake
Cottonmouths (also known as water moccasins) are venomous reptiles that are almost always found near water, basking in the sun on rocks, branches or along the water’s edge.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 11 July 2025
The days immediately following a storm can also bring a spike in sightings because snakes are eager to bask in the sun after cooler, damp weather.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Copperhead snake size How to identify a cottonmouth snake
Cottonmouths (also known as water moccasins) are venomous reptiles that are almost always found near water, basking in the sun on rocks, branches or along the water’s edge.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 11 July 2025
The days immediately following a storm can also bring a spike in sightings because snakes are eager to bask in the sun after cooler, damp weather.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for bask
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“Bask.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bask. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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bask
verb
: to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere
bask in the sun
basked in their success
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