n.
Pronunciation: ' wi-k ə t
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English wiket, from Anglo-French, probably of Germanic origin; akin to Old Norse v ī k inlet, corner
Date: 13th century
1 : a small gate or door especially : one forming part of or placed near a larger gate or door
2 : an opening like a window especially : a grilled or grated window through which business is transacted
3 a : either of the two sets of three stumps topped by two crosspieces and set 66 feet apart at which the ball is bowled in cricket b : an area 10 feet wide bounded by these wickets c : one innings of a batsman specifically : one that is not completed or never begun <win by three wicket s >
4 : an arch or hoop in croquet