Synonyms for Batter (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 ((baseball) a ballplayer who is batting):
hitter, slugger, batsmanWordNet sense 2 (strike against forcefully):
buffet, buffet, knock aboutWordNet sense 3 (strike violently and repeatedly):
baste, clobberWordNet sense 4 (make a dent or impression in):
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