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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

basking

/ˈbæskɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does basking mean?

verb

to lie or sit in the sun, often in order to warm oneself, or to feel happy and content, often because of a pleasant situation.

Example

"She spent the afternoon basking in the warm sunshine on the beach."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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