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beaten

adj.
US //ˈbitən// UK //bˈiːtən// beat·en
  1. 1 defeated (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    having lost a game, a fight, or a competition.

    having suffered defeat in a contest or conflict.

    Example

    The beaten players walked off the field with their heads down.

    Example

    The beaten candidate gave a gracious concession speech, urging her supporters to respect the democratic outcome of the election.
  2. 2 mixed well (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate Cooking

    food that has been stirred or hit quickly to make it smooth.

    referring to ingredients that have been vigorously mixed or whisked to incorporate air or achieve a smooth texture.

    Example

    Add the beaten eggs slowly to the flour and sugar mixture.

    Example

    The recipe requires two lightly beaten egg whites to be folded into the batter to ensure the cake remains airy and light.
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  1. 3 shaped by hitting (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    made flat or shaped by hitting it many times with a tool.

    formed, shaped, or thinned by repeated blows, typically with a hammer or similar tool.

    Example

    The bowl was made of beautiful beaten copper.

    Example

    The artisan displayed a collection of beaten silver jewellery, each piece showing the unique marks of the traditional hand-hammering process.
  2. 4 exhausted (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

    feeling very tired or defeated by a difficult situation.

    exhausted or worn out by persistent effort or hardship.

    Example

    After working twelve hours in the sun, he looked completely beaten.

    Example

    The hikers arrived at the summit looking utterly beaten, though the spectacular view provided some immediate relief to their fatigue.
Origin

From beat + -en.

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