Spell Bee Word: bat

Basic Details

Word: Bat

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A small, flying mammal that is mostly active at night.

Synonyms: Chiropteran, flying mammal

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

1. Blind as a bat: Used to describe someone who cannot see well or is oblivious to their surroundings. Example: "He was blind as a bat when his friends tried to surprise him."
2. Like a bat out of hell: To move very quickly and suddenly. Example: "The dog ran like a bat out of hell when it saw the squirrel."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The bat swooped through the dark cave, using echolocation to find its way.

Example 2: At dusk, we watched as bats emerged from their roosts to hunt for insects.

Example 3: Many people find bats fascinating due to their unique ability to fly and navigate in the dark.

Fun Fact

Did you know that bats are the only mammals capable of sustained flight? Their wings are specially adapted hands, with skin stretched between their long fingers!

Famous Quote

"The bat is a marvel of evolution; it flaunts natures ingenuity." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "bat" mean?

a) A type of fish
b) A flying mammal
c) A kind of tree
d) A four-legged animal

Answer: b) A flying mammal

2. Which of these is a synonym of "bat"?

a) Chiropteran
b) Eagle
c) Cat
d) Rabbit

Answer: a) Chiropteran

3. Which sentence uses "bat" correctly?

a) The bat flew across the night sky.
b) The bat danced at the party.
c) The bat played football with the kids.
d) The bat swam in the pond.

Answer: a) The bat flew across the night sky.

4. Which idiom means someone who cannot see well?

a) Like a bat out of hell
b) Blind as a bat
c) Shoot for the stars
d) A lion's share

Answer: b) Blind as a bat

5. What is the opposite of "bat"?

a) N/A
b) Fish
c) Bird
d) Reptile

Answer: a) N/A