noun Uncommon

cricketer

KRIHK-ih-tuh

Cricketer (noun) means someone who plays cricket, especially at a serious or professional level. Example: “He became a professional cricketer after captaining his university team.”

noun

Someone who plays cricket, especially at a serious or professional level.

"He became a professional cricketer after captaining his university team."

"The retired cricketer now works as a commentator."

How to use cricketer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person who plays the sport of cricket.

Word forms

cricketers plural

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Etymology

From cricket + the agent suffix -er, meaning "one who does."

Rhymes for cricketer

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cricketer” mean?

The word “cricketer” means someone who plays cricket, especially at a serious or professional level. In plain terms, a person who plays the sport of cricket.

How do you pronounce “cricketer”?

“Cricketer” is pronounced KRIHK-ih-tuh (/ˈkɹɪk.ɪtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “cricketer” in a sentence?

Here is “cricketer” used in a sentence: “He became a professional cricketer after captaining his university team.”

What part of speech is “cricketer”?

“Cricketer” is a noun.

Is “cricketer” a common word?

“Cricketer” is an uncommon word in modern English.