Meaning of the word bat in English

What does bat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bat

US /bæt/

UK /bæt/

a nocturnal flying mammal having a body and wings covered with fur and a long muzzle with small eyes

Example:

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A bat flew out of the cave at dusk.

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The sound of the bat's wings was barely audible.

a heavy stick or club, especially one used in baseball or rounders to hit the ball

Example:

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He swung the bat and hit a home run.

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The baseball player gripped his bat tightly.

to hit (a ball or shuttlecock) with a bat or racket

Example:

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He managed to bat the ball over the fence.

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The cricketer was ready to bat against the fast bowler.

Synonym:

hit strike smack thwack clout

to flutter (one's eyelids)

Example:

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She didn't even bat an eyelid when she heard the news.

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He would often bat his eyelashes playfully.

Synonym:

blink flutter

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