The idiom "off one's own bat" likely emerged from the world of sports, particularly cricket, where a batsman uses their own bat to hit the ball. In this context, "off one's own bat" would refer to taking an action or making a decision independently, similar to how a batsman takes initiative and responsibility for their own performance. It is commonly used in discussions about personal responsibility, self-reliance, and autonomy.

What is the origin of the idiom "make a go of something" and when to use it?

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“off one's own bat”的英语定义和含义

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