Definition of a rickett

rickett

• Mistake or error. He made a rickett!

  Last edited on Jun 13 2010. Submitted by Anonymous on Jun 13 2010.

noun

• a mysterious creature that causes general mischief. Used to divert blame for a mishap or oversight.

  Speaker: You don't have a condom?
  
  Response: Uh... the rickett stole it.

  • See more words with the same meaning: mythical people, creatures, and conditions (list of).

  Last edited on Dec 19 1997. Submitted by Rachel from Columbus, OH, USA on Dec 19 1997.

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