An expression meaning 'batting above your average' or 'punching above your weight'.
(Dating or trying to date someone who may be considered a lot more attractive.)
Most likely coined by Matt from the most recent season of My Kitchen Rules.
Matt: "Amy is batting Merrins."
Everyone else at table: *Shocked silence*
Australian slang saying for when someone is dating a person who is a significantly higher catch than themselves.w
The saying is a variation on the term "Batting Overs" which literally means you're batting above your average, but colloquially refers the above dating reference. It originated as a comment on former Rugby League playerTrent Merrin during the time he was dating/engaged to professional surfer Sally Fitzgibbons.
Guy 1 "Have you seen his new girlfriend? She's so much better looking than he is"
Guy 2 "Yeah, he's definitely batting Merrins"
a foolish or stupid person! a person who is an extreme case of a moron but also very gullible. "originated from the South Australian region of Adelaide"
a person who can fall for four different girls in one month is a "merron".
She is a woman of unmatched resilience, rising above challenges and adversity with grace and poise. Her journey is a testament to her strength, determination, and unwavering spirit. Though her ascent may appear serene, there is a silent roar within her that defiantly shouts, "Fuck you!" to all that have sought to crush her.