Battersea
Americannoun
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a former borough of London, England, now part of Wandsworth, on the Thames.
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an enameling technique in which designs are either painted or printed on a white ground fused onto a metal base.
noun
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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 rescue cat from Battersea Cats and Dogs home retired from service in Whitehall in 2020, after four years in the post.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
Palmerston joined the diplomatic service in 2016 from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2025
There was Battersea Power Station, standing proud with its four great chimneys still intact, even though much of its roof had long ago been eaten away.
From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz
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