Batting

/ˈbætɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The action of hitting the ball with a bat in sports such as baseball or cricket.

His batting was exceptional during the tournament, leading his team to victory.

A player's performance in hitting the ball in games.

She has the highest batting average in the league this season.

The material used for padding in quilts or upholstery.

The batting in the quilt added warmth and softness.

verb

Present participle of bat, meaning to hit a ball with a bat.

She is batting well today, connecting with almost every pitch.

Derived from 'bat', referring to the action of hitting.

batting average

A statistical measure of a player's hitting performance.

batting order

The sequence in which players are scheduled to bat.

a batting practice

A session of practice aimed at improving hitting skills.

bat

A piece of equipment used in various sports to hit the ball.

baseball

A bat-and-ball game played between two teams.

cricket

A bat-and-ball game played between two teams of eleven players.

To do well or succeed in hitting.

He’s really batting well this season.

To try or take a shot at something.

She’s batting for a promotion.