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noun rack·et \ˈra-kət\
Definition of RACKET
1
: a lightweight implement that consists of a netting (as of nylon) stretched in a usually oval open frame with a handle attached and that is used for striking the ball or shuttlecock in various games (as tennis, racquets, or badminton)
2
usually racquets plural but sing in constr : a game for two or four players with ball and racket on a 4-walled court
Variants of RACKET
rack·et or rac·quet \ˈra-kət\
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Origin of RACKET
Middle French raquette, ultimately from Medieval Latin rasceta wrist, carpus, modification of Arabic rusgh wrist
First Known Use: circa 1520
2racket
noun
Definition of RACKET
1
: confused clattering noise : clamor
2
a : social whirl or excitement b : the strain of exciting or trying experiences
3
a : a fraudulent scheme, enterprise, or activity b : a usually illegitimate enterprise made workable by bribery or intimidation c : an easy and lucrative means of livelihood d slang : occupation, business
Origin of RACKET
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1565
3racket
verb
Definition of RACKET
intransitive verb
1
: to engage in active social life
2
: to move with or make a racket
First Known Use of RACKET
1609
RACKET[1] Defined for Kids
1racket
noun rack·et \ˈra-kət\
Definition of RACKET for Kids
1
: a loud confused noise
2
: a dishonest scheme for obtaining money
2racket
noun
Definition of RACKET for Kids
: a piece of sports equipment consisting of a handle and a frame with strings stretched tightly across it
Variants of RACKET
racket or rac·quet
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