Basha (tarpaulin)
A basha is a waterproof canvas or plastic sheet with eyelets or loops on the perimeter, which is used in camping, outdoor, or military situations to act as a shelter, in the form of an impromptu tent and/or groundsheet, usually supported with rope or even bungee cords attached to trees. == Application == Bashas are used by the military, particularly the British Army, the Australian Army (colloquially known as a "hooch", "hoochie," or "hutchie"), the New Zealand Army, and the Singapore Armed Forces as a shelter while in the field or on operations.