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Meaning of cricket
a sport played by two teams of eleven players using a ball and bat
Etymology of cricket
The word "cricket" originates from the Old English word "cricc" or "cric", which refers to a low stool or a stick, possibly related to the Old French word "criquet", meaning "stick" or "club".
The term "cricket" has been used to refer to the sport since the 16th century, with the first recorded match played in 1598.
Synonyms
sport
game
match
contest
tournament
athletics
baseball
softball
hockey
football
rugby
tennis
basketball
volleyball
netball
badminton
squash
golf
bowling
archery
shooting
racing
wrestling
boxing
gymnastics
cycling
swimming
diving
fencing
polo
lacrosse
field hockey
ice hockey
table tennis
rowing
sailing
kayaking
canoeing
Definitions
- A sport played by two teams of eleven players, using a ball and bat, with the objective of scoring runs by hitting the ball and running between two sets of three stumps (wickets) while the opposing team tries to stop them by getting the players out.
- * An insect of the family Gryllidae, characterized by a long antennae and a distinctive chirping sound.
Usage Examples
- The cricket team won the championship title after a thrilling match.
- * The sound of crickets chirping in the evening is a common feature of summer nights.
- * The cricket pitch was well-maintained, with a smooth and even surface.