Looking for the meaning of the word RACKETS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of RACKETS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Racket
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 16th century: perhaps imitative of clattering
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈrakɪt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a loud unpleasant noise; a din
Short Definition:loud unpleasant noise
Examples:- the kids were making a racket
Definition:
an illegal or dishonest scheme for obtaining money
Short Definition:illegal or dishonest scheme for obtaining money
Examples:- a protection racket
Word: Racket
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈrakɪt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
make or move with a loud unpleasant noise
Short Definition:make or move with loud unpleasant noise
Examples:- trains racketed by
Definition:
enjoy oneself socially; go in pursuit of pleasure or entertainment
Short Definition:enjoy oneself socially
Examples:- a fabulous car for racketing around Paris
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