Bat Definition
bat
noun
- nocturnal mouselike mammal with forelimbs modified to form membranous wings and anatomical adaptations for echolocation by which they navigate
- (baseball) a turn trying to get a hit; "he was at bat when it happened"; "he got four hits in four at-bats"
- a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash
- the club used in playing cricket; "a cricket bat has a narrow handle and a broad flat end for hitting"
- a club used for hitting a ball in various games
verb
- strike with, or as if with a baseball bat; "bat the ball"
- wink briefly; "bat one's eyelids"
- have a turn at bat; "Jones bats first, followed by Martinez"
- use a bat; "Who's batting?"
- beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight; "We licked the other team on Sunday!"
"Bat" in song lyrics
See how bat is used in real songs:
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"Corrosive explosive like Sosa's bat"
7L & Esoteric f/ Army of the Pharaohs — This is War -
"When I attack, it's like a swing of the Baseball bat"
Above the Law f/ Kokane, Tone Loc — Who Ryde? -
"Won't see me on no field with no baseball bat"
Akinyele — Exercise
Words that rhyme with bat
Usage tips for "bat"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bat" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bat to find words that pair well.