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Battersea

American  
[bat-er-see] / ˈbæt ər si /

noun

  1. a former borough of London, England, now part of Wandsworth, on the Thames.

  2. an enameling technique in which designs are either painted or printed on a white ground fused onto a metal base.


Battersea British  
/ ˈbætəsɪ /

noun

  1. a district in London, in Wandsworth: noted for its dogs' home, power station (now a leisure centre), and park

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The 153-year-old Albert Bridge spanning the River Thames between Chelsea and Battersea has reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after an inspection by engineers.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

He was adopted from the renowned London animal shelter, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, when he was believed to be about four years old.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

The route remains open to pedestrians, with traffic being diverted via Chelsea Bridge and Battersea Bridge.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Larry, a rescue cat from Battersea Cats and Dogs Home, has served successive prime ministers since he moved into 10 Downing Street back in 2011.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2025

Behind it, Battersea Park appeared as a square of dense green bushes and trees that were making a last stand, fighting back the urban spread.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz

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