Definition

1. Noun:
   • A piece of sports equipment: A squash racket is a small, strung racket with a long handle, specifically designed for hitting the ball in the game of squash.

Usage

• The primary use of the term "squash racket" is to refer to the equipment used to play the sport of squash.
• It is a compound noun. The word "racket" is modified by "squash" to specify the type.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She bought a new squash racket for the tournament.
  • The squash racket felt perfectly balanced in his hand.
  • Can you recommend a good brand for a squash racket?

Advanced Usage

• The term is sometimes written as "squash racquet," with "racquet" being an alternative spelling.
• In informal contexts, it may be shortened to just "racket" when the sport being discussed is clear from the situation.
  • "Don't forget your racket for the match tonight." (Implied: squash match)

Variants and Related Words

• Squash racquet: An alternative spelling for "squash racket."
• Racket / Racquet (noun): The general term for a piece of sports equipment with a handle and an open hoop with a network of strings, used to hit a ball or shuttlecock in various games (e.g., tennis racket, badminton racket).
• Squash ball (noun): The small, hollow rubber ball used in the game of squash.
• Squash court (noun): The enclosed playing area for the game of squash.

Synonyms

• Squash racquet: The direct synonym with alternate spelling.
• Squash bat: This term is less common and can be considered informal or regional, primarily used in British English.

Related Phrases/Idioms

• The term "squash racket" is a specific piece of equipment and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.

Noun

1. a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash