preposition
- except for; not including
Usage: formal; archaic
Examples
- All the students passed the test, bating John who was absent.
- The entire family attended the wedding, bating Uncle Robert.
- Everyone agreed with the proposal, bating a few minor concerns.
- The project was completed on time, bating some last-minute delays.
- All the books were returned, bating the one that was lost.
- The team performed well, bating their poor start to the season.