battered

US /ˈbæt̬.ɚd/
UK /ˈbæt̬.ɚd/
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1.

covered in batter and deep-fried

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We ordered fish and battered chips.
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The menu featured crispy battered onion rings.
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coatedfriedcrispy
2.

damaged by repeated blows or hard use

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The old book had a battered cover.
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He drove a battered old truck.
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damagedworndilapidatedshabbydecrepit
3.

(of a person) subjected to repeated physical violence

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The charity provides support for battered women.
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He was a battered child, often showing bruises.
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abusedassaultedbeatenmaltreated
1.

past participle of 'batter'

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The strong winds had battered the old lighthouse.
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He was battered by criticism after his poor performance.
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batter