cricketing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkrɪkɪtɪŋ/
KK: /ˈkrɪkɪtɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the sport of cricket or its activities.
Example
He is known for his cricketing skills on the field.
Conversation
Did you watch the cricketing match last night?
Yes, it was so exciting!
I love the energy during cricketing events.
Me too! It really brings everyone together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sporting
athletic
competitive
Antonyms
nonathletic
unfit
inactive
verb
Definition
To play the game of cricket, which involves hitting a ball with a bat and scoring runs.
Example
They were cricketing in the park all afternoon.
Tense Forms
Past: cricketed
Past Participle: cricketed
Conversation
Did you see that match where they were cricketing under the lights?
Yeah, it was so exciting to watch!
I love how the atmosphere changes when they're cricketing at night.
Root Explanation
Cricketing → The word 'cricketing' is derived from 'cricket' (from Middle Dutch *krick*, meaning a stick or a staff) combined with the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'cricketing' refers to the action or process of playing the game of cricket.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cricket' as a game played with a stick ('krick') and remember that 'cricketing' means the action of playing that game.
Visually Confused Words
ticketing
racketing
crocheting
bracketing