Meaning & Definition of word "Racket"

Racket

/ˈrækɪt/

1. A paddle used in sports such as tennis, badminton, or squash to hit a ball or shuttlecock.
- Example: She practiced her serve with her new tennis racket at the court.
2. A loud and disturbing noise.
- Example: The kids were making such a racket that I couldn't concentrate on my work.
3. An illicit or fraudulent scheme, especially for making money.
- Example: The authorities are investigating a ticket scalping racket in the area.
4. A group or system involved in some form of organized, often illegal, activity.
- Example: He was caught up in a gambling racket that was operating in the city.

1. To make a loud, unpleasant noise.
- Example: 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.

brouhaha:

A noisy and overexcited reaction or response.

clamor:

A loud and confused noise.

din:

A loud, unpleasant, and prolonged noise.

Meaning: A scheme or fraud.

Example Sentence: He's running a racket to sell fake tickets.

Meaning: A lot of noise.

Example Sentence: What a racket they've made at the party!