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battleworthy

American  
[bat-l-wur-thee] / ˈbæt lˌwɜr ði /

adjective

  1. capable of engaging in combat; ready for battle.

    There had been a decline in the nation's battleworthy forces.

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Etymology

Origin of battleworthy

First recorded in 1885–90; battle 1 + -worthy

Example Sentences

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It was stated, however, that the ships are more battleworthy than those of 1914, having heavier guns and greater speed.

From Time Magazine Archive

Spee had had time to make herself seaworthy, but not battleworthy.

From Time Magazine Archive

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