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Batt - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A batt is a piece of soft, fluffy material, often made of cotton or wool, used for stuffing quilts, pillows, or toys. It provides cushioning and insulation.

batt

/bæt/ /bæt/

Definition:

A stout wooden stick used in sports like cricket or baseball to hit the ball.

Synonyms:

club, stick, baton, paddle

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

ball, glove

Common Collocations:

swing a bat, hold a bat, baseball bat, cricket bat

Derivatives:

batter, batting, batted

Usage Tips:

Use "bat" as a noun for sports equipment or as a verb meaning to hit something lightly.

Common Phrases:

off one's own bat, right off the bat, go to bat for someone

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "batt," meaning a club or stick used for striking.

Examples:

  • 1. She grabbed the bat and swung at the ball.
  • 2. He bats left-handed in every game.
  • 3. The cricket bat cracked after hitting the ball hard.
  • 4. She prefers using a wooden bat for practice.

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