Batten

usgb/ˈbætn/
verb

To strengthen or secure something with long flat strips of wood, metal, or plastic.

The workers are battening the roof with wooden strips.
Visual representation of "batten" - To strengthen or secure something with long flat strips of wood, metal, or plastic

Often appears as...

  • batten down
  • batten the hatches
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Physical Strengthening

Used in construction or DIY contexts, implies adding support to structures.

Illustration for Physical Strengthening
We must batten the fences before the strong winds arrive.
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Prevent Damage

Focuses on preventing harm by secure fastening, especially from bad weather.

Illustration for Prevent Damage
Let's batten the windows to keep the rain out.
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