batta Meaning, Definition & Usage

Bat"ta noun

Etymology

Prob. through Pg. for Canarese bhatta rice in the husk.

Definitions

1. Extra pay; esp. an extra allowance to an English officer serving in India. Whitworth.

Bat"ta noun

Etymology

Hind. baa.

Definitions

1. Rate of exchange; also, the discount on uncurrent coins. India