nounπShareA device used to power electric devices, consisting of a set of electrically connected electrochemical or, archaically, electrostatic cells. A single such cell when used by itself."The remote control needs new batteries to work. "electronicsenergytechnologydeviceelectricutilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe infliction of unlawful physical violence on a person, legally distinguished from assault, which includes the threat of impending violence."The police investigated the incidents of batteries at the protest, after several people reported being physically struck. "lawactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA coordinated group of artillery weapons."During the war, the batteries of cannons fired relentlessly at the enemy fort. "militaryweapongroupChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn elevated platform on which cannon could be placed."During the historical reenactment, the cannons were positioned on the batteries overlooking the harbor. "militaryarchitectureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn array of similar things."Schoolchildren take a battery of standard tests to measure their progress."technologyelectronicsdeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA set of small cages where hens are kept for the purpose of farming their eggs."The investigation revealed that the farm kept thousands of hens in cramped batteries, raising concerns about animal welfare. "agricultureanimalindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe catcher and the pitcher together"The coach was pleased with how well the batteries performed during the scrimmage game. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareTwo or more major pieces on the same rank, file, or diagonal""The chess teacher explained how powerful batteries of rooks and queens can be for attacking the opponent's king." "gamesportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA marching percussion ensemble; a drumline."The high school's batteries practiced intricate rhythms in the parking lot after school. "musicgroupsoundentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe state of a firearm when it is possible to be fired."Due to safety regulations, the museum keeps its antique rifles in batteries only during special demonstrations. "militaryweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareApparatus for preparing or serving meals."The chef arranged his batteries of pots and pans before starting dinner service. "utensilfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
