scrummage

Meaning

Noun

1. 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.
2. A scrimmage.
3. Dated form of scrimmage (“a rough fight”).

Verb

To engage in an ordered formation of forwards in which each side aims to gain control of the ball, as described above.

Synonyms

scrum

crowding

crush

face-off

huddle

jam

kickoff

send-off

start

starting

starting time

startup

opening move

commencement

start-off

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈskɹʌm.ɪdʒ/