Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tennis-racket

noun
/ˈtɛnɪs ˈrækɪt/
Definition
A tennis racket is a piece of sports equipment used to hit a tennis ball in the game of tennis.
Examples
  • She bought a new tennis racket before the tournament.
  • The player adjusted the strings of his tennis racket for better control.
  • After practicing, her skills with the tennis racket improved significantly.
Meaning
It refers specifically to the instrument with a handle and a netted string area, used by players to strike the ball.
Synonyms
  • Racquet
  • Tennis racquet