test match
Americannoun
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a group of cricket games played between all-star teams of Australia and England to determine the champion.
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a similar game or group of games played between all-star teams of other countries.
noun
Etymology
Origin of test match
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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The first and deputy first minister both said the hosting of a cricket test match in Belfast was an historic moment for the city.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2024
The two sides recently met for a test match in the financial city of Mumbai, which India won by eight wickets.
From BBC ● Dec. 25, 2023
Playing his 10th test match, Brook scored 75 off 93 balls with nine fours.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 9, 2023
On Thursday, Albanese briefly watched a cricket test match between Indian and Australian teams in Ahmedabad in Modi’s home state of Gujarat.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 9, 2023
Four victories could be set against three defeats; Australia winning the only test match, owing to the batting of Blackham.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" by Various
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