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Definition of battering

battering

/ˈbæt.ər.ɪŋ/
bat · ter · ing
Plural:batterings
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Adjective:battered
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battering Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action of striking repeatedly with hard blows, or an instance of suffering severe physical, financial, or emotional damage.

Example

"The coastal cliffs took a severe battering during the winter storms."

2

The culinary process of coating food in a mixture of flour, egg, and liquid before frying.

Example

"Proper battering ensures that the fish remains moist while developing a crisp outer crust."

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• adjective

1

Striking repeatedly and violently, or intended for breaking down obstacles.

Example

"The lighthouse stood firm against the battering waves of the North Atlantic."

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• Rhymes for battering

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'batter', which entered Middle English via Old French 'batre' (to beat or strike), ultimately from Latin 'battuere'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Battering. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/battering
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