assault and battery

noun

law

: the crime of threatening and physically hitting or attacking someone

Examples of assault and battery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Thorpe had already been charged with robbery, simple assault and battery, terroristic threats and acts, and more in connection with the investigation. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

His sentencing included 15 years to life for second-degree murder plus an additional 12 years for the assault and battery charges, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office said. — Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026

In exchange, Hall agreed to dismiss the claims of assault and battery in her lawsuit. — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026

Pierre also has an open assault and battery with a dangerous weapon case in Somerville and had been out on bail. — Oscar Margain, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for assault and battery

• flattery
• slattery

Legal Definition

assault and battery

noun

: assault sense 2