racquet
verb · noun
Simple meaning
To exchange back and forth, similar to the way a tennis ball volleys back and forth.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɹækɪt
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Definition
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verb
To play a game that involves using a racquet.
To exchange back and forth, similar to the way a tennis ball volleys back and forth.
To dart about in a manner reminiscent of a ball hit by a racquet.
noun
Commonwealth
A sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games
commonwealth
An implement with a handle connected to a round frame strung with wire, sinew, or plastic cords, and used to hit a ball, such as in tennis or a shuttlecock in badminton.
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A game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets.
Paddle used to play table tennis.
A racket used to play tennis.
A light long-handled racket used by badminton players.
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Sense: sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or shuttlecock) in various games
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