joust

/dʒaʊst/

Definitions

1. noun

a medieval tournament in which knights on horseback charged at each other with lances.

“The knights participated in a joust to showcase their skills and bravery.”

2. verb

to engage in a contest or competition, especially a medieval tournament on horseback with lances.

“The knights jousting in the arena drew a large crowd of spectators.”

Synonyms

  • tournament
  • tourney

Antonyms

  • surrender
  • yield