1. Plural of batard; a type of bread loaf that is longer and narrower than a standard loaf but shorter than a baguette.
Usage: culinary; also spelled bâtard in French
2. Plural of batard; a size of paper, typically 17 × 28 inches, used in printing and bookbinding.
Usage: printing; archaic or specialized

Examples

• The bakery displayed fresh batards in the morning window.
• She ordered several batards to make sandwiches for the party.
• The printer ordered a ream of batards for the special project.
• Batards are popular in French bakeries and sandwich shops.
• The chef sliced the batards diagonally for better presentation.