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Spearnose Bat

A spearnose bat is a species of bat characterized by its long, slender snout resembling a spearhead.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A type of bat found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, known for its distinctive pointed snout.

Example Sentence:

The spearnose bat uses its elongated snout to catch small insects with precision.

Sense 2:

An ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol representing a spearnose bat.

Example Sentence:

The spearnose bat hieroglyph was often associated with protection and fertility.