Wicket

usgb/ˈwɪkɪt/
noun

A small door or gate, especially one built into or next to a larger one.

He stepped through a little wicket in the massive gate.
Visual representation of "wicket" - A small door or gate, especially one built into or next to a larger one.

Often appears as...

  • wicket gate
  • through the wicket
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Visual representation of "wicket"
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Architectural Feature

Indicates a smaller point of entry, often intimate or quaint.

Illustration for Architectural Feature
The gardener used the side wicket to access the lawn.
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Historical Context

May imply historical or fairy-tale settings in stories and games.

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The castle's wicket creaked as the knight passed through.
Visual representation of the word "Wicket"

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