Battles
/ˈbætəlz/
Definitions
2 meaningsA prolonged fight or struggle between opposing forces.
/ˈbætəlz/
A fight between armies or other large groups of people.
The two armies engaged in a fierce battle.
💡 Simply: A big fight.
More Examples
She battled her illness with courage.
How It's Used
"The Battle of Hastings was a pivotal moment in English history."
"The epic fantasy novel depicted a series of brutal battles."
To fight or contend vigorously against.
/ˈbætəlz/
To fight or struggle against something.
He battled against the strong currents.
💡 Simply: To fight against.
More Examples
They battled for control of the company.
How It's Used
"She battled depression for many years."
"The boxer battled his opponent for twelve rounds."
Idioms & expressions
battle it out
To engage in a prolonged and determined struggle.
"They battled it out for the championship title."
From Old French 'bataille', ultimately from Vulgar Latin 'battualia', a plural form meaning 'fights' or 'combats'.
The word 'battle' has been used to describe large-scale armed conflicts since the Middle Ages, evolving from its Old French origins.
Memory tip
Think of 'battling' – the act of fighting in a battle.