maiden over

noun

1. Cricket. an over in which no runs are made.

maiden over

noun

1. cricket an over in which no runs are scored

Word History and Origins

Origin of maiden over¹

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

Just as the priest was about to push the maiden over the rocks into the roaring sea, Tokoyo sprang up and held the maiden's arm.

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