"batriarchy" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of bat + patriarchy. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|bat|patriarchy}} Blend of bat + patriarchy Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} batriarchy (uncountable)
  1. (cricket, humorous) A power structure that favours batters over bowlers. Tags: humorous, uncountable
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