Definition for CRICK'ET

CRICK'ET, n.1 [D. krekel, from the root of creak; W. cricell, cricket, and cricellu, to chirp or chatter; crig, a crack.]

An insect of the genus Gryllus, belonging to the order of Hemipters. There are several species, so named probably on account of their creaking or chirping voice. The cricket chirping in the hearth. – Goldsmith.

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