Joust and Scuffle

Joust

Joust noun - A combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances.
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Scuffle and joust are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scuffle" instead the word "Joust" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: jousting, jousted

Scuffle

Scuffle noun - A physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups.
Usage example: several chairs were knocked over in the scuffle

Joust and scuffle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Joust" instead the word "Scuffle" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: scuffled, scuffling

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