Dictionary Entry
wicket
nounFind the meaning of the word wicket, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.
A set of three stumps and two bails in cricket, or a small gate or door in a fence.
Example Sentence
The bowler knocked the bails off the wicket, ending the batsman's innings.
Usage Note
Use 'wicket' when talking about the three‑stump structure in cricket or a small garden gate.