Definitions

wicket

[wik-it] / ˈwɪk ɪt /

NOUN

hoop

Synonyms

STRONG

arch entrance gate opening window

Antonyms

STRONG

conclusion

Example Sentences

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Ollie Robinson marked his comeback with best Test figures of 5-39, taking the final wicket as New Zealand were bowled out for 113 in their first innings - an England advantage of 27.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Tongue and Shoaib Bashir added 22 for the last wicket, a priceless contribution in the context of the match.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

When Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue took a wicket apiece, New Zealand were in tatters at 29-6.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The key New Zealand wicket was Devine, and when she tamely chipped Gibson to mid-off for a five-ball duck England's joy was obvious.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The great gates were closed and locked; but a wicket in one of them was only latched.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë

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