EMBATTLE Definition & Meaning

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embattle

[ em-bat-l ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

embattled, embattling.

to arrange in order of battle; prepare for battle; arm.
to fortify (a town, camp, etc.).

embattle

[ em-bat-l ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

embattled, embattling.

to furnish with battlements.

embattle

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verb

to deploy (troops) for battle
to strengthen or fortify (a position, town, etc)
to provide (a building) with battlements

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of embattle¹

1350–1400; Middle English embatailen < Middle French embataillier. See em- ¹, battle ¹

Origin of embattle²

First recorded in 1350–1400, embattle is from the Middle English word embatailen. See em- ¹, battle ²

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of embattle¹

C14: from Old French embataillier; see en- ¹, battle

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Time might heal all wounds for the embattled mayor, and the Democratic Party establishment could re-circle the wagons around her like it did in 2022.

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An embattled Yoon has become larger than life, rebranded as a martyr who saw martial law as the only way to save South Korea's democracy.

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Early indications suggest that, despite Min Aung Hlaing's plea to the international community, the embattled junta leader is unlikely to prioritise the unfettered flow of humanitarian aid.

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But it is unclear how they will respond to the earthquake as they fight a war under the leadership of an embattled general.

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Yet many still treasure the memory of their embattled ex-mayor.

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