Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
croquet
noun
/kroʊˈkeɪ/
Definition
A sport played on grass, where players use mallets to hit balls through hoops (wickets) anchored into the ground.
Examples
- They enjoyed a sunny afternoon of croquet in the backyard.
- The family gathered for a friendly game of croquet during the picnic.
- She honed her skills in croquet at the local club.
Meaning
Croquet is a lawn game where players aim to knock a ball through a series of hoops using a mallet, following a specific course to score points.
Synonyms
- lawn game
- hoop game
