The Clue
Igor of the Munsters (3 letter answer)
The Answer
BAT
Tags
Notes
The answer BAT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 90 puzzles.
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Definition
BAT as a noun:
1. (bat, chiropteran) = nocturnal mouselike mammal with forelimbs modified to form membranous wings and anatomical adaptations for echolocation by which they navigate
2. (bat, at-bat) = (baseball) a turn trying to get a hit; "he was at bat when it happened"; "he got four hits in four at-bats"
3. (squash racket, squash racquet, bat) = a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash
4. (cricket bat, bat) = the club used in playing cricket; "a cricket bat has a narrow handle and a broad flat end for hitting"
5. a club used for hitting a ball in various games
BAT as a verb:
1. strike with, or as if with a baseball bat; "bat the ball"
2. (bat, flutter) = wink briefly; "bat one's eyelids"
3. have a turn at bat; "Jones bats first, followed by Martinez"
4. use a bat; "Who's batting?"
5. (cream, bat, clobber, drub, thrash, lick) = beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight; "We licked the other team on Sunday!"