batting average

NOUN

batter's performance measure

Synonyms

WEAK

batting percentage hitting average slugging average slugging percentage

Example Sentences

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That’s not a perfect batting average, but it’s not bad given everything that has gone on.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Bowen came on strong, finishing with nine home runs and a .360 batting average.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

He has just 14 singles, resulting in an overall batting average of .236.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

It’s one thing to hit for a low batting average with 30 homers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“He had a batting average of .245 this year,” said Doug Swieteck.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt