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bat·ter1
 batter1
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- pronunciation:
- bae
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- features:
- Word Builder, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
batters, battering, battered |
| definition 1: |
to beat hard again and again, or to damage by beating.
The young boxer battered the older fighter.- synonyms:
- beat, pound
- similar words:
- clobber, hit, knock around, maul, thrash
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| definition 2: |
to wear down by constant pressure or use.
Constant fear battered his confidence.- synonyms:
- break, wear
- similar words:
- cripple, exhaust, overcome, waste, weaken
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| related words: |
abuse, assault, beat, butt, club, dash, hammer, punish, smash |
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| derivation: |
batterer (n.) |
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