Scrum and Scrimmage

Scrum

Scrum noun - A physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups.
Usage example: when the server spilled a drink on a customer, they got into a bit of a scrum before being separated

Scrimmage is a synonym for scrum. In some cases you can use "Scrimmage" instead a noun "Scrum". popular alternative

Scrimmage

Scrimmage noun - A physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups.
Usage example: the two players got into a scrimmage off the court and got suspended
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Scrum is a synonym for scrimmage. (British) You can use "Scrum" instead a noun "Scrimmage". informal substitute
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