bat
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/bæt/
hit or flying mammal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bat' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'batt,' where 'batt' meant 'club or stick.'
Historical Evolution
'batt' transformed into the Middle English word 'batte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bat.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a club or stick,' but over time it evolved to include the flying mammal and the action of hitting.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, nocturnal flying mammal with wings made of skin stretched over its fingers.
Bats use echolocation to navigate in the dark.
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Noun 2
a club used in sports like baseball and cricket to hit the ball.
He swung the bat and hit a home run.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35