battered (Adjective) — Damaged by blows or hard usage. ex. "a battered old car"
battered (Adjective) — Not in good condition after much use. ex. "his battered old hat"
battered (Adjective) — Exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury. ex. "a battered child" ex. "the battered woman syndrome"
battered (Verb) — Strike against forcefully. ex. "Winds battered the tent"
battered (Verb) — Strike violently and repeatedly. ex. "She battered the man who tried to attack her"
battered (Verb) — Make a dent or impression in. ex. "batter a soft hat"