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/bæt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A flying mammal capable of sustained flight, typically nocturnal and known for echolocation.
The bat flitted through the trees as darkness fell.
A club used in sports such as baseball or cricket to strike a ball.
He swung the bat with all his might, sending the ball flying.
The act of hitting something with a bat.
She took a few practice swings with the bat before the game.
verb
To hit or strike something with a bat.
He will bat the ball into the outfield.
To move or flutter around aimlessly.
The moth began to bat at the lightbulb.
To blink or flutter the eyelashes.
She batted her eyelashes playfully.
Etymology
Middle English batte, probably of imitative origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bat an eye
To show surprise or concern.
like a bat out of hell
Very quickly or suddenly.
go batty
To go crazy or mad.
Related Words
Chiroptera
The scientific order of bats, characterized by their ability to fly.
baseball bat
A specific type of bat used in the sport of baseball.
batty
Informal term meaning crazy or eccentric.
Slang Meanings
To cheat or deceive.
He tried to bat me on the deal.
To mess around or play carelessly.
Stop batting and get to work.