Dictionary Entry
bat
noun, verbFind the meaning of the word bat, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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1. A nocturnal flying mammal. 2. A club used in sports like baseball or cricket to hit a ball. 3. To hit something with a bat.
Example Sentence
The baseball player swung the bat with all his might, hoping to hit a home run.
Usage Note
The word 'bat' can be used as a noun to refer to a flying mammal (like 'fruit bat') or a piece of sports equipment (like 'baseball bat'). It can also be used as a verb meaning 'to hit with a bat' (e.g., 'He will bat next') or 'to flutter' (e.g., 'She didn't bat an eye').
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