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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Sixes entered administration last week, before England lost the Ashes following defeat in the third test match against Australia in Adelaide.
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2025
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
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
I've chosen you a wicket with my own hands, fit to play a test match on.'
From A Prefect's Uncle by P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse
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