Definitions

wicket

[wik-it] / ˈwɪk ɪt /

NOUN

hoop

Synonyms

STRONG

arch entrance gate opening window

Antonyms

STRONG

conclusion

Example Sentences

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And the Mitchell wicket went against a theory held by this England regime that a certain style of cricket cannot be successful in the Test arena.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

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

A kid sits behind the ticket wicket, his face framed by bags of pink and blue cotton candy.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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