Value that is the starting point in computing gain or loss, depletion, amortization and depreciation.
Basis point
One one-hundredth of one percent. Used primarily to describe changes in yield or price on debt instruments, including mortgages and mortgage-backed securities.
Basket grip
Gripping mechanism in a cylindrical shape that slides over the end of a wire and holds it firmly in place while connecting to a fish tape. The wire is then pulled by the fish tape.
Basket pattern
Masonry pattern of brick which gives the appearance of a woven basket by laying alternate sets of brick vertically, horizontally, vertically, horizontally, etc.
Basket strainer
Basket-shaped strainer with holes and a slot that fits into the sink drain to allow water to run out but to catch food prior to entering the drain.
Bastard file
Coarse-toothed flat file which is used to remove a lot of stock but does not give a fine finish and requires a follow up with a finer toothed file.
Bastard sawn
Lumber (primarily hardwoods) in which the annual rings make angles of 30 Degrees to 60 Degrees with the surface of the piece. (Also known as Rift Sawn).
Bat
Piece of brick with one end intact, which is used to fill in a section where only a partial brick will fit.
Batch
Amount of material mixed at one time; quantity of anything made in one operation. Grouping of a number of things or people.
Bath
Water or liquid used for washing a person or item.
