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batch

noun
\ ˈbach How to pronounce batch (audio) \

Definition of batch

 (Entry 1 of 3)

1 : the quantity baked at one time : baking
2a : the quantity of material prepared or required for one operation specifically : a mixture of raw materials ready for fusion into glass
b : the quantity produced at one operation
c : a group of jobs (such as programs) that are submitted for processing on a computer and whose results are obtained at a later time batch processing — compare time-sharing
3 : a quantity (as of persons or things) considered as a group

batch

verb (1)
batched; batching; batches

Definition of batch (Entry 2 of 3)

transitive verb

: to bring together or process as a batch

batch

verb (2)

less common spelling of

intransitive verb

: to live as a bachelor often used with it

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Other Words from batch

Verb (1)

batcher noun

Examples of batch in a Sentence

Noun

We baked two batches of cookies. a fresh batch of salsa mixing another batch of cement They're hiring another batch of workers.
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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

As part of another boost to Ultimate Team, FIFA 20 has brought in another new batch of Icons, including Zinedine Zidane, Kaká, Ian Wright, Didier Drogba and others. SI.com, "EA Release FIFA 20 Demo on PS4, Xbox & Origin," 10 Sep. 2019 Guess who owes mama @hilarieburton a new batch of magical face sauce? Jen Juneau, PEOPLE.com, "Jeffrey Dean Morgan Posts Hilarious Video of Daughter Covered in Hilarie Burton's 'Expensive' Cream," 26 Aug. 2019 About every day-and-a-half, the employee said, the plant was able to put out a new batch of EpiPens -- as many as 90,000 devices. Bloomberg News, oregonlive, "What’s behind the persistent shortage of lifesaving EpiPens?," 23 Aug. 2019 This year is no different, with a new batch of goodies fresh from the fryer, plenty of sugary treats, creative uses of cheese and of course, cocktails for the 21-plus crowd. Leeanne Griffin, courant.com, "What’s new to eat at The Big E for 2019? Chocolate ganache on your cream puffs, cheesy creations, and, yes, lots of deep-fried goodness," 23 Aug. 2019 In addition to the new batch of kale, Bean says Arctic Organics will have cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, celery, carrots, snow apple turnips, kohlrabi, rutabaga, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, loads of greens and herbs. Steve Edwards, Anchorage Daily News, "Summer heat is speeding up the pace of vegetables coming through farmers markets," 22 Aug. 2019 Following our July return to Hawkins, Indiana on Stranger Things, Netflix has announced a new batch of shows and films sure to fill that Eleven-sized hole in your heart. Lauren Rearick, Teen Vogue, "Netflix Arrivals August 2019," 24 July 2019 Only about 400 mosquito batches have tested positive this year, compared with more than 3,000 last year. Robert Mccoppin, chicagotribune.com, "Last year, 176 cases of West Nile virus were reported in Illinois. This year, there have only been 2. Here’s why.," 27 Aug. 2019 China on Friday said the tariffs of 5% to 10% on two batches of U.S. goods starting Sept. 1 and Dec. 15 are in response to Mr. Trump's decision earlier this month to levy new tariffs. CBS News, "Stocks slide as U.S.-China trade war intensifies," 23 Aug. 2019

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

The Hewing bar can sling its signature old fashioned, which is pre-batched, in less than a minute. Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, "You paid how much for one ice cube?!? St. Paul company cashing in on artisanal ice trend," 15 Aug. 2019 Slices browned evenly and toasted consistently batch after batch in our tests. The Good Housekeeping Institute, Good Housekeeping, "Frigidaire Professional 2-Slice Wide Slots Toaster #FPTT02D7MS," 22 Aug. 2013 Try Batch Cooking In the spirit of planning ahead for busy, weekday nights, Mills likes to batch cook on the weekend, making a big meal once, freezing it, and then tweaking the dish through the week. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "A Beginner's Guide to Plant-Based Eating With Deliciously Ella," 15 Sep. 2018 Florida Hospital has received the state’s approval to add 20 comprehensive medical rehab beds to Winter Park Memorial Hospital, according to the Agency for Health Care Administration’ latest batching cycle decisions. Naseem S. Miller, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Monday health briefing: Care Spot opens new location; Baldwin Park ER breaks ground; Mothers' Milk Bank turns three," 11 June 2018 Instead, go for a drink that can be partly made in advance, what bartenders call batching. Anne Brockhoff, kansascity, "Distill their hearts: Why craft liquor and weddings are the hottest new pairing | The Kansas City Star," 22 May 2018 Customers can order batched brew, pour over or French pressed. Kellie Hwang, azcentral, "Where to get your caffeine fix in Phoenix when Starbucks stores close on May 29," 28 May 2018 This drink is easy to batch and store chilled and then just poured over fresh ice. Katie Chang, Town & Country, "The Fascinating History of the Moscow Mule," 7 Oct. 2016 Bonus: it can be batched ahead of time, which helps keep the bar line moving. Anne Brockhoff, kansascity, "Distill their hearts: Why craft liquor and weddings are the hottest new pairing | The Kansas City Star," 22 May 2018

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First Known Use of batch

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb (1)

1863, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for batch

Noun

Middle English bache; akin to Old English bacan to bake

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More Definitions for batch

batch

noun

English Language Learners Definition of batch

: an amount of something that is made at one time
: a group of people or things
computers : a set of jobs that a computer does together at one time