Batten
Pronunciation: /ˈbætən/
Batten (verb)
- To fasten something securely, especially with strips of wood or metal.
- To grow stronger or richer by taking advantage of others.
Examples
- They battened down the hatches before the storm.
- Make sure to batten the windows during high winds.
Common collocations: batten down, batten securely, batten on, batten at expense, wooden batten
Batten (noun)
- A long, thin piece of wood or metal used to hold something in place.
Examples
- The carpenter used a batten to support the frame.
- Secure the panels with a batten for stability.