Word of the Day : batten

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    #1 Nathan, May 5, 2010
    verb: To fatten or to grow fat; to thrive and prosper at another's expense. noun: A long strip of wood, metal, or plastic used for strengthening something. verb: To fasten or secure using battens.

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    #2 lotsie, May 6, 2010
    We use battens, sometimes called whalers, at work to stiffen flats.

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    #3 moreorless, May 6, 2010
    "Batten down the hatches, boys, we're in for a hell of a blow...up aloft, unfurl the sails, head her right into the gale...!"
     
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    #4 Wikedmini, May 6, 2010
    I dont need to be battened, I'm fat enough.. lol
     

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