(intransitive) To become better; improve in condition, especially by feeding. / (intransitive, figuratively) To feed (on); to revel (in).

A thin strip of wood used in construction to hold members of a structure together or to provide a fixing point.

To furnish with battens. / (nautical) To fasten or secure a hatch etc using battens.

A location where a battle may be fought, or has been fought. / (figuratively) Any place or situation of dispute or contention / (figuratively) Any subject of dispute or contention.

plural of battalion

A hen kept in a small cage or battery.

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.

(India, dated) An exchange rate. / (India, dated) The discount on uncurrent coins. / (India, dated) Extra pay; especially an extra allowance to an English officer serving in India.