batterer

American  

[bat-er-er] / ˈbæt ər ər /

noun

1. a person or thing that batters. batter.

2. a person who inflicts violent physical abuse upon a child, spouse, or other person.

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ˈbatterer British  

/ ˈbætərə /

noun

1. 1. a person who batters someone

   2. ( in combination )

      baby-batterer

      wife-batterer

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Etymology

Origin of batterer

First recorded in 1605–15; batter ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Although batterer intervention programs have been mandated by California courts for decades, the data supporting them are slimmer, and more mixed.

From Los Angeles Times

California requires domestic violence offenders who are placed on probation to take year-long batterer intervention classes.

From Seattle Times

Those “inconsistent and ineffective practices … have plagued the batterer intervention system for at least three decades, creating a critical need for statewide guidance and oversight,” Tilden said.

From Seattle Times

Chief Probation Officers of California sought more flexibility in tailoring their approach several years ago, but lawmakers created test programs that give six counties — Napa, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and Yolo — more ability to customize their batterer intervention systems to the needs of both victims and offenders.

From Seattle Times

She ordered him to attend a 48-week batterer’s intervention course, not to drink alcohol or use drugs and not to have contact with his ex-wife Amy Burns or her adult son.

From Washington Times