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bat
Definition
A bat is a small, furry mammal that can fly. Bats have wings made of skin that stretch between their fingers and body. They use their wings to fly through the air and catch insects to eat. Bats are nocturnal, which means they are active at night. They live in caves, trees, and other dark places.
How can the word be used?
Bats play an important role in the ecosystem by eating insects and pollinating plants.
Different forms of the word
Noun: bat, bats.
Verb: to bat, batted, batting.
Adjective: batlike.
Adverb: batwise.
Plural: bats.
Etymology
The word "bat" as in the flying mammal comes from the Old English word "batt", which means "a small, mouse-like animal that flies". The Old English word "batt" is related to the Old Norse word "baðmr", which also means "a bat".
Question
What mammal(s) can fly?