Meaning of the word batting in English

What does batting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

batting

US /ˈbæt̬.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈbæt.ɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the action of hitting a ball with a bat, especially in baseball or cricket

Example:
His batting average improved significantly this season.
The team's strong batting lineup secured their victory.
2.

material used for stuffing or lining, typically cotton or wool

Example:
She used cotton batting to fill the quilt.
The jacket was insulated with synthetic batting.

Verb

present participle of 'bat' (to hit a ball with a bat)

Example:
He was batting for the winning team.
The player was batting exceptionally well today.