batwing

[ bat-wing ]

adjective

1. formed, shaped, etc., like the wing of a bat.
2. (of a garment or part of a garment) resembling or conceived of as resembling the wing of a bat, as a loose long sleeve batwingsleeve having a deep armhole and a tight wrist.

batwing

/ ˈbætˌwɪŋ /

adjective

1. shaped like the wings of a bat, as a black tie, collar, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of batwing¹

First recorded in 1955–60; bat ² + wing

Example Sentences

Similarly, you can install stair step shelving or a batwing system that adds shelves to the cabinet doors.

From Seattle Times

Some outfits had batwing sleeves or draped detailing.

From Reuters

The B-21 Raider, with a distinctive batwing shape, was pulled forward out of a hangar here while awash in blue light as cinematic music played and Northrop Grumman employees cheered.

From Washington Post

You enter as if through batwing saloon doors.

From New York Times

Lizard skin lasagna, batwing brownies and cat hair cupcakes are just a few of her specialties.

From New York Times