Forum:Please Define: "Battles" VS "Attacks"

Okay, there are two terms that I continuously see on cards that seem to mean the same thing. Can someone please explain the similarities and differences in detail to me?

The two terms are "Attacks" (Such as "Any monster that attacks a...") and "Battles" (Such as "... If this card battles, negate the effect...") -- LordGeovanni - ( Talk To Me ) *Kupo* 03:37, November 11, 2011 (UTC)