Definition

A type of hunting where woods and bushes are beaten to drive out animals for hunters to catch.

Example

The hunters organized a battue to flush out the deer from the dense forest.

Conversation

Did you hear about the big battue happening this weekend?

Yeah, I heard it's supposed to be quite the event!

I can't wait to see how they flush out the game during the battue.

Same here! It sounds like an exciting way to spend the day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Battue** → The word originates from French *battue*, meaning a beating or a drive, particularly in the context of hunting. It refers to the act of driving game towards hunters by beating the bushes or undergrowth.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word 'battue' meaning a beating or driving action, which helps you remember that 'battue' refers to the act of driving game towards hunters.

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