cricket

Definition

  • noun: a small black insect that jumps high and that makes loud, high-pitched noises
  • noun: any of a family (Gryllidae) of leaping orthopteran insects noted for the chirping notes produced by the male by rubbing together specially modified parts of the forewings
  • verb: to play the game of cricket
  • often used before another noun

Examples

  • You can't keep ignoring her. It just 'isn't cricket'.

  • a 'cricket' match

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