Dictionary batFluttering the eyelids

verb

bat

To open and close the eyelids quickly.

She bats her eyelashes playfully.

Etymology

batEnglishto beat or strike

The eyelid use extends bat in the sense of beating or fluttering, rather than the flying mammal's name.

More examples

He batted his eyes at the bright light.
They have not batted an eyelid at the news.
The character is batting her lashes in the scene.

Forms

bat · bats · batted · batting

Similar words

blink: Briefly closes and opens the eyes.
flutter: Moves the eyelids quickly and lightly.