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bat
The word carries a sharp duality between the biological creature and the sporting tool. When referring to the animal, it often evokes an atmosphere of darkness, mystery, or gothic horror, though in scientific contexts, it is treated as a specialized mammal. The physical image is one of erratic, swift flight and sonar navigation. In the context of sports, the word shifts to an image of impact, strength, and precision. The verb form associated with blinking suggests a flirtatious or deceptive quality, whereas the verb form associated with hitting is purely athletic and forceful.
Countable whether referring to the individual animals or the physical sporting equipment.