noun / verb

batch

BATCH/bætʃ/

A set of items processed together as one unit.

A fresh batch of rolls cools together on the baking tray.

One baking tray holding a group of freshly baked rolls, visibly baked together as a single batch.

Etymology

Batch probably began as a term for something baked. Its meaning broadened to similar items grouped together, then to any quantity produced in one operation.

In context

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wear proper gloves and masks. The hardener is also very sensitive to moisture. And a little water or damp air sneaking in at the wrong moment can ruin an entire batch.

How Is Epoxy Resin Made? THE LIQUID THAT HARDENS INTO ARMOR

More examples

The office processes applications in weekly batches.
She batches similar tasks to avoid repeated setup.
The computer runs the batch job overnight without further input.

Forms

batch · batches · batched · batching

Similar words

group: Does not imply joint processing or production.
lot: Often identifies a quantity offered or handled as one unit.