Bäst, n.

n. [A-S. bæst, Icel., Sw., Dan., D., & Ger. bast, O. H. Ger. bast, past.]

1. The inner bark of the lime-tree, and hence matting, cordage, &c., made of the bark of the linden or lime-tree.
2. A thick mat or hassock for persons to kneel on at church. See BASS.