Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A game played with a ball and bat by two teams of eleven players. The game is popular in many countries, especially in the UK and India.
Pronunciation (US): /ˈkrɪkɪt/
Pronunciation (UK): /ˈkrɪkɪt/
Origin and Usage: The word "cricket" comes from the Old French word "criquet," which means a wooden post. The game of cricket was first played in England in the 16th century and has since become popular in many other countries.
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