Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
battue
noun
/bæˈtjuː/
Definition
A hunting technique where dogs drive game towards hunters, often through underbrush or dense woods.
Examples
- The sportsmen set out for a battue in the thick woods.
- During the battue, the dogs barked excitedly as they chased the game.
- Many hunters enjoy the thrill of a battue as it adds an element of strategy.
Meaning
The term ‘battue’ refers to a method used in hunting where animals are flushed out of their hiding places. It involves using dogs or other means to drive or push the game towards hunters, allowing them to take a shot at the animals as they flee.
Synonyms
- Flush
- Drive
- Push
