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BATTEN

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Batten.

How to pronounce batten:

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Batten - as a noun

Stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
batting10

A strip fixed to something to hold it firm

Batten - as a verb

Furnish with battens

Example: "Batten ships"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
batten downsecure8

Secure with battens

Example: "Batten down a ship's hatches"

Example Sentences

"The carpenter used a batten to secure the boards together."
"We need to replace the damaged battens on the roof."
"He nailed the batten onto the wall to hang the picture frame."
"The sailboat's mast is supported by a batten."
"The stage technician adjusted the lighting batten."
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Word Game Points

Is BATTEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, batten is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BATTEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is BATTEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, batten is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BATTEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is BATTEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, batten is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BATTEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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