wicket Synonyms
Another word for wicket
• noun (Context 1)
In cricket, either of the two sets of three upright wooden stumps topped by two crosspieces (bails) at each end of the pitch, defended by a batter.
"The fast bowler sent the ball crashing directly into the stumps."
• noun (Context 2)
In cricket, the dismissal of a batter, or the period during which two batters are together at the crease.
"The spin bowler took five wickets in the final innings to secure the victory."
• noun (Context 3)
In cricket, the strip of closely mowed grass between the two sets of stumps on which the ball is bowled.
"Overnight rain left the pitch damp and unpredictable for the opening batters."
• noun (Context 4)
In croquet, any of the small wire arches or hoops stuck into the ground through which players must hit the balls.
"She carefully lined up her mallet to tap the wooden ball through the final hoop."
• noun (Context 5)
A small door or gate, especially one built into or alongside a larger gate, or a small window or opening with a grille at a ticket office or bank.
"Visitors entered the castle courtyard through a narrow wooden postern set into the main gate."