Definitions

wicket

[wik-it] / ˈwɪk ɪt /

NOUN

hoop

Synonyms

STRONG

arch entrance gate opening window

Antonyms

STRONG

conclusion

Example Sentences

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Reprieved, a feature of Gay's innings was drives square of the wicket on the off side.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Knight added 137 for the fourth wicket in a flawless stand with Alice Capsey, who made 81 off 43.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Wong immediately delivered the wicket as England showed glimpses of fighting back, but their lack of control after Bell's opening burst proved too costly.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Devine was the fourth wicket to fall as the White Ferns' middle order melted quicker than an ice cream in the 27C heat, collapsing from 29-1 to 33-6.

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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