Cool MateMeaning of Bat
In simple words: A flying animal that comes out at night.
Bat in a sentence
- a **baseball/cricket bat**
- It's his first time at bat in the major leagues.
- She’s as blind as a bat without her glasses.
- She was driving like a bat out of hell.
- She made the suggestions entirely off her own bat.
- We both liked each other right off the bat.
- Foreign aid is one of the issues we have to deal with right off the bat.
How to use Bat
Use 'bat' when referring to the animal. Avoid using it in formal contexts where more specific terms (like 'chiropteran') may be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a flying creature that 'bats' its wings at night—imagine a bat flying around in the dark.
Related words
Synonyms for Bat
- flying mammal
- chiropteran
Opposites of Bat
- non-flyer
Common mistakes with Bat
- Confused with 'bat' as in the sports equipment.
- Using 'bats' when talking about multiple species instead of calling them 'bats'.
Bat appears in
Bat in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خفاش، مضرب
حيوان طائر يخرج ليلاً.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ব্যাট, বাদুড়
একটি উড়ন্ত প্রাণী যা রাতে বের হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Schläger, Fledermaus
Ein fliegendes Tier, das nachts herauskommt.
- SpanishEspañol
Murciélago, Bate
Un animal volador que sale de noche.
- Persianفارسی
خفاش، چوب (ورزشی)
یه حیوون پرنده که شبا میاد بیرون.
- FrenchFrançais
Chiroptère, Chauve-souris
Un animal volant qui sort la nuit.
- Hindiहिन्दी
चमगादड़
एक उड़ने वाला जानवर जो रात में बाहर आता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Pipistrello, mazza
Un animale volante che esce di notte.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Morcego, Taco
Um animal voador que sai à noite.
- RussianРусский
Бита, летучая мышь
Летающее животное, которое появляется ночью.
- Urduاردو
بلے باز، چمگادڑ
ایک اڑنے والا جانور جو رات کو نکلتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
蝙蝠, 球棒
一种晚上出来飞的动物。
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Bat
What does Bat mean?
A flying animal that comes out at night.
What is the definition of Bat?
a piece of wood with a handle, made in various shapes and sizes, and used for hitting the ball in games such as baseball, cricket and table tennis
How do you use Bat in a sentence?
a **baseball/cricket bat**
Can you give another example of Bat?
It's his first time at bat in the major leagues.
What are synonyms for Bat?
Common alternatives include flying mammal, chiropteran.
What is the opposite of Bat?
Opposite meanings include non-flyer.
What words go with Bat?
It commonly pairs with baseball, cricket, table-tennis, grip, hold, carry, fruit, vampire, etc., flutter, fly, hang.
What are common mistakes when using Bat?
Confused with 'bat' as in the sports equipment. Using 'bats' when talking about multiple species instead of calling them 'bats'.
How do you pronounce Bat?
US: /["/bæt/"]/, UK: /["/bæt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Bat?
Use 'bat' when referring to the animal. Avoid using it in formal contexts where more specific terms (like 'chiropteran') may be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Bat?
"Bat" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.