bat
Pronunciation: [bæt]
Word
Context: "animals"
(noun) a bat is a flying mammal that usually comes out at night. They have wings like birds and are known for using sound to find their way around, which is called echolocation.
Example
I saw a bat flying around the park last night.
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There are no bats in the daytime since they sleep during the day.
Example
Have you ever seen a bat in a cave or at night?
Context: "sports"
(noun) a bat is a piece of equipment used in sports like baseball or cricket to hit a ball. It’s usually made of wood or metal and is long and flat.
Example
He hit the ball really far with his new baseball bat.
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She didn't have her bat with her, so she couldn't play the game.
Example
Can you show me how to hold the bat correctly?
Context: "action"
(verb) to bat means to hit something, usually a ball, with a bat or your hand. It’s often used during games when you need to hit a moving object.
Example
She can bat the soccer ball into the goal very well.
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He couldn't bat the ball because it was too fast.
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Did you learn how to bat with both hands?
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