Main Entry: ¹crick·et

Pronunciation: \ˈkri-kət\

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 illustration]