batik

or bat·tik

[ buh-teek, bat-ik ]

noun

1. a technique of hand-dyeing fabrics by using wax as a dye repellent to cover parts of a design, dyeing the uncovered fabric with a color or colors, and dissolving the wax in boiling water.
2. the fabric so decorated.

verb (used with object)

1. to hand-dye (material) using the technique of batik.

batik

/ ˈbætɪk /

noun

1. 1. a process of printing fabric in which parts not to be dyed are covered by wax
   2. fabric printed in this way
   3. ( as modifier )

      a batik shirt

Word History and Origins

Origin of batik¹

First recorded in 1875–80, batik is from the Javanese word baṭik

Word History and Origins

Origin of batik¹

C19: via Malay from Javanese: painted

Example Sentences

Authorities have now "strongly reprimanded" Batik Air over the incident, with Indonesia's head of air transport, M. Kristi Endah Murni, saying that Batik Air should pay more attention to their crew's rest time.

From BBC

Indonesia's transport ministry will launch an investigation into local carrier Batik Air after both pilots onboard were found to have fallen asleep mid-flight.

From BBC

Jakarta air traffic control tried contacting the cockpit of the Batik Air A320 after their last recorded transmission but received no response.

From BBC

Batik Air has said it "operates with adequate rest policy" and that it was "committed to implement all safety recommendations".

From BBC

Indonesia’s aviation authority said it would review how the country’s airlines operate night flights after both pilots on a Batik Air flight carrying 153 passengers fell asleep, causing the plane to briefly veer off course.

From New York Times