battering
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Noun — A severe, repeated beating, whether physical or figurative (such as a heavy defeat or bad publicity).
How to use battering
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
take a battering
Etymology
From batter + -ing.
Full origin of battering →Frequently asked questions
What does “battering” mean?
The word “battering” means a severe, repeated beating, whether physical or figurative (such as a heavy defeat or bad publicity). In plain terms, a heavy beating or a crushing defeat/setback, used both literally and figuratively.
How do you pronounce “battering”?
“Battering” is pronounced BA-tuh-rihng (/ˈbæ.tɚˌɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “battering” in a sentence?
Here is “battering” used in a sentence: “The team took a battering in the second half.”
What part of speech is “battering”?
“Battering” is a noun.