SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 66

SSC MTS - 13 Feb 2026 - Shift 3 • English • Q66

From the given alternatives, choose the correct meaning of the idiom.
The sound of leather on willow.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct meaning of the idiom "The sound of leather on willow" is the sound of the ball on the bat in cricket.

This phrase is a classic British idiom used to describe the sport of cricket. It refers to the specific materials used to make the equipment:

Leather: The outer casing of a traditional cricket ball is made of leather.

Willow: High-quality cricket bats are traditionally handcrafted from the wood of the English willow tree.