batter
/ˈbætər/Definitions
1. noun
a mixture of flour, sugar, and liquid, especially when used as the base of a cake or pastry, or a mixture of ingredients used to make pancakes or waffles
“The recipe required a cup of batter to make the pancakes.”
2. verb
to hit or strike against repeatedly, especially in a violent or forceful manner
“The baseball player battered the ball out of the stadium.”
3. noun
a person who delivers blows, especially in a fight or a baseball game
“The boxer was a skilled batter with a strong punch.”
4. verb
to wear down or weaken through repeated blows or attacks
“The batter wore down the opposing team’s defense.”