Batter Meaning and Definition

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Batter

Batter

Pronunciation

/ˈbætər/

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A mixture of flour, liquid, and other ingredients, used in cooking, typically for making pancakes, cakes, or bread.

Examples

  • She whisked together the batter for the muffins.
  • The chef mixed a batter to fry the fish.

Synonyms

  • Batterie
  • Dough

Antonyms

  • Hello
  • Overmix

Etymology

The word “batter” comes from the Old French “batée”, which is derived from the Latin “battuere”, meaning “to beat or strike”.

Usage Notes

In cooking, a batter is often mixed with liquid and other ingredients before cooking. In electronics, a batterie refers to a collection of cells that provide power.

Cultural References

Batter is featured in the 1992 film “Mo’ Money”, where a group of friends start a small bakery business.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

The phrase “batter to pieces” means to severely criticize or condemn something.

Related Words or Phrases

  • Waffle
  • Cake
  • Bread

Collocations

  • batter thick
  • batter thin
  • batter up

Frequency of Use

Batter is commonly used in cooking and baking, and is often mentioned in recipes and cooking instructions.

Common Misspellings

  • Batre
  • Batir

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