| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| bast | (noun) (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes | Synonyms: phloem |
| (noun) strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plants | Synonyms: bast fiber | |
| bombast | (noun) pompous or pretentious talk or writing | Synonyms: blah, claptrap, fustian, rant |