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UK//ˈbæt.ər//US//ˈbæt̬.ər//

Meaning of Batter

A thick mixture of flour, water, and eggs used in cooking.

In simple words: A mixture for cooking, usually made of flour, water, and eggs.

Batter in a sentence

  • She prepared the batter for the pancakes carefully.
  • The cake batter should be smooth and lump-free.
  • You can use a whisk to combine the batter ingredients.
  • The batter was too thick, so she added more milk.
  • He is the best batter on the baseball team.
  • The professional batter hit a home run.
  • She watched the batter approach the pitch with confidence.

How to use Batter

Use 'batter' in cooking contexts. It's not used in very formal writing. Don't confuse with 'beat' or 'mix'.

Grammar pattern

batter + object

Memory hint

Think of 'batter' as 'better' when cooking; a better mix for cakes.

Related words

Collocations with Batter

  • cake batter
  • pancake batter
  • batter bowl
  • batter mix

Synonyms for Batter

Opposites of Batter

Common mistakes with Batter

  • Confusing 'batter' with 'butter'.
  • Using 'batter' in non-cooking contexts.
  • Incorrectly spelling 'batter' as 'bater'.

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Frequently asked questions about Batter

What does Batter mean?

A mixture for cooking, usually made of flour, water, and eggs.

What is the definition of Batter?

A thick mixture of flour, water, and eggs used in cooking.

How do you use Batter in a sentence?

She prepared the batter for the pancakes carefully.

Can you give another example of Batter?

The cake batter should be smooth and lump-free.

What are synonyms for Batter?

Common alternatives include dough, mix, paste, blend.

What is the opposite of Batter?

Opposite meanings include defend, protect.

What words go with Batter?

It commonly pairs with cake batter, pancake batter, batter bowl, batter mix.

What are common mistakes when using Batter?

Confusing 'batter' with 'butter'. Using 'batter' in non-cooking contexts. Incorrectly spelling 'batter' as 'bater'.

How do you pronounce Batter?

US: //ˈbæt̬.ər//, UK: //ˈbæt.ər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Batter?

Use 'batter' in cooking contexts. It's not used in very formal writing. Don't confuse with 'beat' or 'mix'.