scrummage
An ordered formation of forwards, typically bending down, binding to one another with…An ordered formation of forwards, typically bending down, binding to one another with their arms, and pushing opponents shoulder to shoulder, in which each side aims to gain control of the ball; a scrum.
Meaning
3 sensesAn ordered formation of forwards, typically bending down, binding to one another with their arms, and pushing opponents shoulder to shoulder, in which each side aims to gain control of the ball; a scrum.
(rugby) the method of beginning play in which the forwards of each team crouch side by side with locked arms; play starts when the ball is thrown in between them and the two sides compete for possession
(rare)A scrimmage.
Synonym of scrum (“daily meeting”)
Origin
Alteration of scrimmage, scrimish, scrimmish, variants of skirmish.Alteration of scrimmage, scrimish, scrimmish, variants of skirmish.
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Forms
plural: scrummages| Singular | scrummage |
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