English Explanatory Dictionary

basketweaving

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of weaving baskets, as for example from grasses, wicker, or rope.
  2. Any useless, unproductive, or lightweight activity.

Pronunciation

/ˈbæsk.ɪtˌwɪiv.ɪŋ/ /ˈbæsk.ətˌwɪiv.ɪŋ/

Word forms

basketweaving basket weaving

Etymology

From basket + weaving.

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