Question

Give the meaning of the following word as used in the passage:
(One word answer or short phrase is acceptable.)
'Battered'

Answer 1

The word 'battered', is mentioned in the line "Uncle Ken was on the veranda steps with his bedding roll and battered suitcase".
In the context of this line, it means:
'damaged by age and repeated use'.
The suitcase is described as 'battered', which means it's an old, worn out bag that has been used repeatedly.