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cricketer

n. countable
B1 Intermediate UK //kɹˈɪkɛtɐ// crick·eter

n. a person who plays the sport of cricket. You use this word for both professional players and people who play for fun.

n. a person who plays the game of cricket, either professionally or as an amateur.


SIMPLE

The famous cricketer signed autographs for the fans.

CONTEXTUAL

After the match, every cricketer on the team stayed to help clean the field.

COMPLEX

The retired cricketer transitioned into a successful career as a sports commentator, providing expert analysis on international test matches.

Origin

From cricket + -er.

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