Meaning of the word cricket in English

What does cricket mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cricket

US /ˈkrɪk.ɪt/
UK /ˈkrɪk.ɪt/
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Noun

1.

an open-air game played on a large grass field with bats, a ball, and two wickets, between two teams of 11 players each

Example:
They spent the afternoon playing cricket in the park.
The cricket match was postponed due to rain.
2.

an insect related to the grasshoppers but with shorter legs, the male of which produces a characteristic chirping sound

Example:
The sound of a cricket chirping filled the night air.
A cricket jumped onto the window sill.
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