CRICKET

[crick.et] n [ME criket, fr. MF criquet, of imit. origin] (14c) 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

[2]cricket n [MF criquet goal stake in a bowling game] (1598) 1: a game played with a ball and bat by two sides of usu. 11 players each on a large field centering upon two wickets each defended by a batsman

2: fair and honorable behavior "it wasn't ~ for her to break her contract --Gerry Nadel" [3]cricket vi (ca. 1809): to play the game of cricket -- crick.et.er n