Definition: Any of the flying mammals of the order Chiroptera, usually small and nocturnal, insectivorous or frugivorous.
Alright class, settle down now, let’s take a look! We’ve got a word today, quite curious too, “bat.” Let's break it down for you. The dictionary gives us the key, a lovely little decree: “Any of the flying mammals… that’s right, you see!” "Of the order Chiroptera," a scientific name so grand, It means ‘hand-wing,’ understand? A marvelous plan! They're small and they fly in the night, a nocturnal delight, Eating bugs or fruit – it’s true, with all their might! So “bat” means a creature that flies, with wings of skin so neat, A tiny hunter, or a sweet treat, a wonderful feat! Do you have any questions about these creatures bright? Let's discuss and learn with all our light!