Definitions

1. noun

a sudden loud noise, especially one made by people shouting or making a commotion.

“The protesters’ racket outside the building made it impossible to focus on work.”

2. noun

a set of strings and a handle for hitting a ball, used in games such as tennis, squash, or badminton.

“She pulled out her racket and began to warm up for the match.”

3. verb

to make a lot of noise, especially by shouting or making a commotion.

“The kids were racketing around the playground, causing a disturbance.”

4. verb

to make (a racket) or to produce (a racket) a sudden loud noise.

“The fire alarm was racketing loudly, signaling an emergency.”

5. noun

a person or thing that causes trouble or annoyance, especially by making a lot of noise.

“The racket in the neighborhood was caused by the new nightclub opening up.”