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 earthquake caused Ireland's second cricket test match in Bangladesh to stop temporarily.
From BBC ● Nov. 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
“We have opted not to have a specialist 10 on our bench for different reasons. But we think this game is a test match built for Seungsin,” Joseph said.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 26, 2023
Headingley hosted a test match between England and New Zealand in June last year.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 1, 2023
It was in a test match at the Oval—England against Australia.
From Danger! and Other Stories by Doyle, Arthur Conan, Sir
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