atrocious assault and battery

noun

Law.

1. an assault involving the actual wounding and maiming of another person.

2. aggravated assault.

Word History and Origins

Origin of atrocious assault and battery¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Last week Allowayans felt thoroughly satisfied when a jury convicted their townswoman, Mrs. Lillian Fleming, of "atrocious assault and battery."

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Police, fearing a lynching, dispersed muttering crowds, locked up Farmer Craig, charged him with murder, assault with intent to kill, atrocious assault and battery.

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