racket
UK: ˈrækɪt | US: ˈrækɪt
n. a loud, unpleasant noise; a state of confusion or disorder
n. a fraudulent scheme or dishonest activity (e.g., illegal business)
n. a lightweight bat with a netted frame, used in sports like tennis or badminton
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The word "racket" has a colorful history. Its earliest meaning (14th c.) referred to a paddle-like tool in handball, borrowed from Arabic rāḥa (palm of the hand) via Old French. The "noise" sense (16th c.) may imitate chaotic sounds (compare "rattle"). The "fraud" meaning (19th c.) arose from underworld slang, metaphorically linking loud disturbances to criminal activity.
The construction site was full of racket all morning.
Police uncovered a smuggling racket at the harbor.
She swung her tennis racket with perfect form.
The children made a terrible racket while playing upstairs.
He was arrested for running an illegal gambling racket.