baseball bat
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Definition
- Noun:
- A long, rounded wooden or metal club used to hit the ball in the game of baseball: A "baseball bat" is the primary implement used by the batter to strike the pitched ball.
Usage
- The term "baseball bat" is a compound noun. It refers specifically to the equipment used in the sport of baseball. It is typically used with verbs like "swing," "grip," or "hold."
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Examples
- Noun:
- He swung the baseball bat with great force, hitting a home run.
- The new baseball bat is made of lightweight aluminum.
- Always check a baseball bat for cracks before using it.
Advanced Usage
- "to be up to bat": This idiom means it is someone's turn to bat in baseball, but it metaphorically means it is someone's turn to take action or responsibility. Note: This idiom uses "bat" alone, not the full compound "baseball bat."
- It's your turn to be up to bat and present the proposal.
Variants and Related Words
- Bat (noun): In the context of baseball or cricket, "bat" alone can refer to the hitting implement. However, "bat" can also mean a flying mammal.
- He polished his bat before the game. (Here, "bat" is understood from context to mean a baseball bat).
- Batting (noun): The action or skill of hitting the ball with a bat in sports like baseball or cricket.
- His batting average improved this season.
Synonyms
- Club: A heavy stick, which can be a general synonym, though not sport-specific.
- Louisville Slugger: A famous brand name of baseball bats, often used informally to refer to any baseball bat.
Related Phrases
- "to go to bat for someone": This phrasal verb means to support or defend someone. It derives from baseball but uses "bat" alone.
- She always goes to bat for her team members during disputes.
Related Idioms
- "right off the bat": Immediately, without hesitation. This idiom originates from baseball but uses "bat" alone.
- I liked him right off the bat.
Noun
- an implement used in baseball by the batter