tacking vs basting

tacking and basting both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
tacking	Yes	No	No	No
basting	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, tacking and basting are synonyms defined as:

tacking and basting: a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together

Other synonyms of tacking include baste, basting stitch.

tacking (noun)	basting (noun)
(nautical) the act of changing tack	moistening a roast as it is cooking
a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together	a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together