n.
Pronunciation: ' kri-k ə t
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English criket, from Anglo-French, of imitative origin
Date: 14th century
1 : any of a family (Gryllidae) of leaping orthopteran insects noted for the chirping notes produced by the male by rubbing together specially modified parts of the forewings
2 : a low wooden footstool
3 : a small metal toy or signaling device that makes a sharp click or snap when pressed
cricket[1]