Racket

/ˈrækɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A paddle used in sports such as tennis, badminton, or squash to hit a ball or shuttlecock.

She practiced her serve with her new tennis racket at the court.

A loud and disturbing noise.

The kids were making such a racket that I couldn't concentrate on my work.

An illicit or fraudulent scheme, especially for making money.

The authorities are investigating a ticket scalping racket in the area.

A group or system involved in some form of organized, often illegal, activity.

He was caught up in a gambling racket that was operating in the city.

verb

To make a loud, unpleasant noise.

The children were racking up the racket outside while I tried to sleep.

Middle English, from Old French 'racquet', of uncertain origin.

make a racket:

To create a lot of noise.

racket about:

To engage in noisy or disruptive behavior.

racket noise:

Loud disturbances generally considered annoying.

A scheme or fraud.

He's running a racket to sell fake tickets.

A lot of noise.

What a racket they've made at the party!