Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
battels
noun
/ˈbætəlz/
Definition
Battels refer to a charge for food and other expenses incurred by a student, particularly at a college or university.
Examples
- The battels for the term were higher than expected.
- Students often discuss their battels during the orientation week.
- He was surprised to see the battels itemized in the bill.
Meaning
Primarily used in the context of Oxford and Cambridge universities, ‘battels’ encompasses the calculated costs a student must bear for meals and additional services during their studies.
Synonyms
- expenses
- charges
- costs
