(almost always preceded by the) The persistent state of rivalry, opposition, or tension between males and females. / Any competition between males and females.

A fight involving three or more individuals, teams, or factions; fought until one person, team, or faction is left standing. / A heated discussion or debate.

Alternative spelling of battle axe

Alternative form of battlecruiser

An ancient military weapon, an axe designed for combat, including (in heraldry) when borne on arms as a mark of prowess. / (informal, sometimes humorous) A domineering, antagonistic woman.

A person who participates in a freestyle rap battle, attempting to insult an opponent by using witty improvised rapping.

plural of battle station

(nautical) An alert aboard a warship, summoning the crew to man all weapons and all stations.

(idiomatic) A challenge with the odds of success stacked strongly against.

(Britain, informal) A bus that is used as a mobile office and publicity centre by a politician or party during the run-up to an election