batting

[ bat-ing ]

noun

1. the act or manner of using a bat in a game of ball.
2. cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers in batts or sheets, used as filling for quilts or bedcovers.

batting

/ ˈbætɪŋ /

noun

1. Also calledbatt cotton or woollen wadding used in quilts, mattresses, etc
2. the action of a person or team that hits with a bat, esp in cricket or baseball

Word History and Origins

Origin of batting¹

First recorded in 1605–15; bat ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

So the Dodgers can strengthen baseball’s best lineup, deepen their historic batting order, tighten their versatile defense, become even more exciting, more enchanting, more unbeatable.

From Los Angeles Times

Then he emerged as an unexpected fan favorite, batting .297 with 20 doubles, 40 RBIs and a signature reception from the crowd whenever he came to the plate.

From Los Angeles Times

“Some of the plays that he makes down the field, tracking the football, blitzing the quarterback, batting balls down or whatever it is, he’s still got all the tools.”

From Los Angeles Times

Motie, who played with more class than his batting position suggests, came out swinging - striking his first two balls for six and continuing to take 31 from his first nine balls.

From BBC

“Do you feel that Colin? Everyone in the crowd is pregnant by the time he’s done batting.”

From Salon