wicket

In cricket, a set of three stumps with two bails.

"The bowler aimed for the wicket."

A small gate or door, often part of a larger one.

"He opened the wicket to enter."

A small window or opening, often with a grille, for transactions.

"Please approach the next wicket."

In cricket, the dismissal of a batsman.

"They lost their first wicket early."

In cricket, the central area of the pitch between the stumps.

"The ball bounced awkwardly off the wicket."