| 单词 | batten |
| 释义 | batten 1. n. & v. --n 1. a long flat strip of squared timber or metal, esp. used to hold something in place or as a fastening against a wall etc. 2. a strip of wood used for clamping the boards of a door etc. 3. Naut. a strip of wood or metal for securing a tarpaulin over a ship's hatchway. --vtr. strengthen or fasten with battens. Phrases and idioms batten down the hatches 1. Naut. secure a ship's tarpaulins. 2. prepare for a difficulty or crisis. Etymology: OF batant part. of batre beat f. L battuere 2. v.intr. (foll. by on) thrive or prosper at another's expense. Etymology: ON batna get better f. bati advantage |
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