batting

noun

bat·​ting ˈba-tiŋ How to pronounce batting (audio)
1
a
: the action of one who bats
b
: the use of or ability with a bat
2
: layers or sheets of raw cotton or wool or of synthetic fibrous material used for lining quilts or for stuffing or packaging
also : a blanket of thermal insulation (such as fiberglass)

Examples of batting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Garrett threw a two-inning live batting practice session on Saturday, while Cabrera threw a bullpen. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2024 In bullpen sessions and live batting practices, his command got sharper, his fastball velocity held in the mid-90s and, most of all, his confidence steadily grew. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2024 On Monday, Cobb threw about 25 pitches in a live batting practice session at Scottsdale Stadium. Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024 Lane played for Team USA over the summer, batting cleanup. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Mar. 2024 The former winner of the 2019 batting title at one time was in the conversation for best shortstop in the MLB, and seemed to be a steal at his pre-arbitration extension rate of 6-years, $25 million. Tyler Small, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024 Lauren Cohan’s Maggie and Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s Negan ended up batting zombies in Manhattan on Dead City, while Norman Reedus’ Daryl and Melissa McBride’s Carol went international on Daryl Dixon. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 23 Feb. 2024 Teng’s live batting practice session followed a similar one for Whisenhunt on Thursday, with a second scheduled for Monday. Evan Webeck, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2024 Generally, starting pitchers go through at least two rounds of live batting practice before getting into games. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of batting was in 1611

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“Batting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/batting. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

batting

noun
bat·​ting ˈbat-iŋ How to pronounce batting (audio)
: layers or sheets of cotton or wool or of synthetic material used mostly for stuffing quilts or packaging goods

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