racket

/ˈɹækɪt/noun

A piece of sports equipment with a handle and an oval frame strung with tight cords, used to hit a ball or shuttlecock.

Example sentence

“She restrings her tennis racket before every tournament.”

Also means a loud noise or an illegal scheme: 'what a racket!' can be either complaint. The sports sense is sometimes spelled 'racquet'.

Related words

joggingThe activity of running slowly and steadily as a form of exercise.goalkeeperThe player whose job is to guard the goal and stop the other team from scoring.hikingThe activity of taking long walks outdoors, especially in nature, for fun or fitness.trainingThe process of teaching or learning the skills needed for a job, sport, or other activity.surfingThe sport or hobby of riding waves toward the shore while standing on a surfboard.defeatTo beat an opponent in a battle, game, or contest.