Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nicky-nicky-nine-doors
noun
/ˈnɪki ˈnɪki naɪn dɔrz/
Definition
A children’s game in which players knock on a door and then run away before the occupant can answer.
Examples
- During summer, the kids loved playing nicky-nicky-nine-doors in the neighborhood.
- They decided to play nicky-nicky-nine-doors as a way to stay entertained on a long afternoon.
Meaning
The term refers to a playful prank where the objective is to create surprise and excitement, particularly among children.
Synonyms
- Knock-and-run
- Ding-dong-ditch
