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/bæt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does bat mean?

noun, verb

A flying mammal that uses echolocation to navigate and hunt, typically found in caves. To hit a ball with a flat, usually wooden, object.

Example

"The bat flew through the dark cave, using its echolocation to find insects."

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