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4 Definitions of: batter
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- verb, to hit (someone or something) repeatedly using heavy blows, as with a club or other heavy instrument; beat heavily
- verb, to damage or injure, as by blows, heavy wear, etc
- verb, social welfare to subject (a person, esp a close relative living in the same house) to repeated physical violence
- verb, to subject (a person, opinion, or theory) to harsh criticism; attack
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- noun, a mixture of flour, eggs, and milk, used to make cakes, pancakes, etc, and to coat certain foods before frying
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- noun, sport a player who bats
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- noun, the slope of the face of a wall that recedes gradually backwards and upwards
- verb, to have such a slope
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- noun, a spree or debauch
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©HarperCollins 2008. Collins English Dictionary definition of batter