wicket

• Substantiv, das im Cricket ein Gestell aus drei Stäben mit zwei Querhölzern bezeichnet, oder eine kleine Tür, Pforte oder Öffnung, etwa im Krocket oder an einem Schalter.

A noun referring to a set of three stumps and two bails used in cricket, or a small gate, door, or opening, such as in croquet or for transactions.

1. Cricket equipmentB2formalsport

   A set of three stumps topped by two bails, used as a target in the game of cricket.

   Wicket

   • The bowler aimed directly at the wicket.
   • The batsman defended his wicket skillfully.
   • The wicket was knocked over by a fast delivery.

   Synonymetimber

2. Croquet equipmentB2formalsport

   A small arch used as a target in the game of croquet.

   Krockettor

   • She hit the ball through the first wicket.
   • The wicket was placed at the far end of the lawn.
   • He missed the wicket by a narrow margin.

   Synonymearchhoop

3. B2formal

   A small gate or door, often part of a larger door or entrance.

   Pforte

   • The wicket in the main gate allowed pedestrians to pass through.
   • He opened the wicket to let the cat in.
   • The castle had a wicket for servants to use.

   Synonymehatchpostern

4. Small opening for transactionsB2formal

   A small opening, like a window in a door, through which business can be conducted.

   Schalter

   • The ticket seller spoke through the wicket.
   • Customers handed their payments through the wicket.
   • The wicket was closed for the lunch break.

   Synonymehatchopeningticket windowwindow