racket
nounUK /ˈræk.ɪt/
US /ˈræk.ɪt/
A racket is a bat with strings that you use to hit a ball in games like tennis.
She swung her racket and hit the tennis ball over the net.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A loud, annoying noise.
The kids made such a racket that I couldn't sleep.
3. A dishonest way of making money.
The police shut down the protection racket.
4. A snowshoe.
He strapped on his rackets and walked across the deep snow.