batard

[ buh-tahrd ]

noun

1. an oblong loaf of bread similar to a baguette, but usually shorter and wider: Compare baguette ( def 1 ), boule ¹( def 1 ).

   The bakery shelf displays breads in many shapes, including batards, boules, and focaccia.

Word History and Origins

Origin of batard¹

First recorded in 1980–85; from French bâtard, doublet of bastard ( def )

Example Sentences

“I believe the police officers that did that to Tyreek shouldn’t be in that position — they should be let go,” Rosenhaus said during an interview on “The Dan Le Batard Show.”

From Los Angeles Times

Speaking on “The Dan La Batard Show” on Thursday, Hurley said he was genuinely torn between the Lakers and returning to UConn.

From Los Angeles Times

“There probably is,” Hurley said Thursday on “The Dan Le Batard Show With Stugotz,” although he said he wasn’t sure what that amount would be.

From Los Angeles Times

Hurley told Le Batard that he struggled with the decision throughout the weekend but set a deadline to make up his mind by bedtime Sunday night, ahead of a Connecticut team practice already scheduled for the following day.

From Los Angeles Times

In a 2012 interview on ESPN2’s “Dan Le Batard is Highly Questionable,” Sajak shared some gossip that, given the squeaky clean image of the show, was pretty memorable.

From New York Times