batting

American

[bat-ing] / ˈbæt ɪŋ /

noun

the act or manner of using a bat in a game of ball.
cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers in batts or sheets, used as filling for quilts or bedcovers.

batting British

/ ˈbætɪŋ /

noun

Also called: batt. cotton or woollen wadding used in quilts, mattresses, etc
the action of a person or team that hits with a bat, esp in cricket or baseball

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Etymology

Origin of batting

First recorded in 1605–15; bat ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Fakhar, restored to open after batting in the middle order against England, played his part with some crisp ball striking en route to 84 off 42 balls.

From BBC

Ahmed's success with the bat against the Black Caps raises the possibility of him batting in the top seven - but again that is not straightforward.

From BBC

"The wicket got really good again for batting, it was slightly tacky earlier when we bowled," said Markram.

From Barron's

Outfielder Corbin Carroll stepped up to the plate for one of his first batting practice sessions of spring training earlier this month, took a swing and knew immediately that something was terribly wrong.

From The Wall Street Journal

Brook answered all the critics in wonderful fashion on Tuesday night, demonstrating an intelligent cricketing brain to go with his unquestioned batting talent.

From Barron's

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