BAST

Bast (�), n. [[AS. bæst; akin to Icel., Sw., Dan., D., & G. bast, of unknown origin. Cf. Bass the tree.]] 1. 1. The inner fibrous bark of various plants; esp. of the lime tree; hence, matting, cordage, etc., made therefrom.
2. 2. A thick mat or hassock. See 2d Bass, 2.