Definitions

1. noun

A bat, especially one that is a type of flying fox or fruit bat

“The bateman colony was spotted in the nearby forest.”

2. noun

A member of a family or group of people with the surname Bateman or a similar name

“The Batemans have been living in the area for generations.”

3. proper noun

A surname, especially one of English origin

“John Bateman is a well-known author.”