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Definition of batterer
batterer
/ˈbæt̬.ɚ.ɚ/
bat · ter · er
Plural:batterers
batterer Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
A person who repeatedly inflicts physical violence or abuse on another, especially a domestic partner or family member.
Example
"The court ordered the convicted batterer to complete a mandatory intervention and counseling program."
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Do not confuse 'batterer' with 'batter'; in modern legal and sociological contexts, 'batterer' refers specifically to a perpetrator of domestic violence or physical abuse, whereas 'batter' refers to a player in sports like baseball or a culinary mixture.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Batterer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/batterer