Batting
/ˈbætɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of hitting a ball with a bat, especially in baseball or cricket.
/ˈbætɪŋ/
The act of hitting a ball with a bat.
His batting was a key factor in the team's win.
💡 Simply: Hitting with a bat.
More Examples
The batting average is a crucial statistic in baseball.
How It's Used
"His batting average is impressive."
"The team's batting order was crucial to their victory."
Soft material, often cotton or wool, used for stuffing or padding.
/ˈbætɪŋ/
Material used for padding or insulation.
She used batting to make a warm quilt.
💡 Simply: Soft padding material.
More Examples
The batting provided insulation for the winter coat.
How It's Used
"The quilt is filled with soft batting."
From Middle English *batten*, meaning 'to beat'. Derived from Old English *bættian*, related to the verb 'to beat'.
The term 'batting' in relation to baseball and cricket developed alongside the sports' evolution in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Memory tip
Think of a BAT hitting a ball.