Definition

A person who physically attacks someone, often in a domestic setting, causing harm or injury.

Example

The police arrested the batterer after receiving reports of domestic violence.

Conversation

Have you heard about the recent case involving a batterer?

Yeah, it's really sad how domestic violence still happens so often.

I can't believe some people still defend those kinds of actions.

Right? It's important to support the victims and hold the batterers accountable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Batterer → It is formed from "batter" (from Old French *battre*, meaning to beat) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A batterer is a person who beats or strikes.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'beats' ('batter') — the '-er' indicates that this person is the one doing the action.

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