Definition of "batta" in Anglais

noun

1. (India, dated) An exchange rate.

2. (India, dated) The discount on uncurrent coins.

3. (India, dated) Extra pay; especially an extra allowance to an English officer serving in India.

   • On the day previous to their entry into the place, the men had shown a spirit of insubordination, refusing to proceed until some promise was given that they should get their extra battas.